Celebrating an anniversary of peace, in less than peaceful circumstances
Seventy-five years ago, on May 8th, Europeans rejoiced that World War II had come to an end. Today, historic memorials and war graves are a stark reminder of the horror of conflict. They are also a reminder to Christians to focus on the way of peace.
As Jesus encouraged His disciples, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27)
This special extended edition of Words of Hope, a production of the Trans-European Division’s communication department, reflects on Victory in Europe (VE) Day and peace as Pastor Victor Hulbert’s devotional thought jumps back to some of our Adventist pioneers and the positive way they dealt with conflict.
Pastor Raafat Kamel shares how he lives a positive life in lockdown, and, in keeping with the theme, the musical team that led during the European Youth Congress and Pastors Council bring you a ‘lockdown’ version of that moving hymn, “It Is Well.”
May it be well with your soul, even as we remember an anniversary of peace in less than peaceful circumstances.
This article was originally published on the Trans-European Division’s news site