New Hope #1 MBC

New Hope #1 MBC Preaching the Gospel and growing Disciples

05/16/2026
We had a great day, thanks to everyone that came.
05/16/2026

We had a great day, thanks to everyone that came.

We are having a singing Saturday May 16th. Come help us sing some of those old hymns.
05/14/2026

We are having a singing Saturday May 16th. Come help us sing some of those old hymns.

The Bible is the most important book in the world. 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐧.

We invite all to our 150th year homecoming Saturday May 16th at noon. We will have some church history and side show. BB...
05/10/2026

We invite all to our 150th year homecoming Saturday May 16th at noon. We will have some church history and side show. BBQ for lunch and singing and lots of fellowship. We look forward to seeing everyone.

2192 Willow RD Leola, AR

Happy Birthday Aria Neal. Happy Anniversary Alex & Connie Skinner.
05/09/2026

Happy Birthday Aria Neal. Happy Anniversary Alex & Connie Skinner.

05/09/2026

❤️‍🔥 Peace: The Calm That Comes From God Alone ❤️‍🔥

A Biblical Lesson on True Peace That Cannot Be Broken

Colossians 3:15 (KJV)
“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.”

Peace is something the world constantly talks about—

but rarely truly experiences.

People chase quiet lives, stable situations, and emotional comfort.

Yet even in the best conditions, anxiety and unrest remain.

Why?

Because real peace is not something you create—

It is something God gives.

⚠️⚔️ 1. God Is the Source of Peace

“Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means…” (2 Thessalonians 3:16)

Peace does not come from within ourselves.

It comes from God.

He is called “the Lord of peace.”

Without Him, peace cannot exist in its true form.

⚠️⚔️ 2. Sin Disturbs the Soul

“The wicked are like the troubled sea, when it cannot rest…” (Isaiah 57:20)

Sin produces unrest.

It leaves the heart unsettled and restless.

No amount of distraction can silence the inner storm caused by sin.

True peace requires a clean heart before God.

⚠️⚔️ 3. Peace Comes Through Christ

“…making peace through the blood of his cross…” (Colossians 1:20)

Jesus did not just teach peace—

He made peace.

Through His sacrifice, the separation between God and man was removed.

Peace begins at the cross.

⚠️⚔️ 4. Peace Guards the Heart

“And the peace of God… shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7)

God’s peace acts like a guard.

It protects the mind from fear.

It protects the heart from despair.

Even when life feels unstable, His peace holds you steady.

⚠️⚔️ 5. Peace Is Not Dependent on Circumstances

“Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.” (Psalm 119:165)

True peace does not rise and fall with situations.

It remains even when life is difficult.

It is rooted in God, not in what is happening around us.

⚠️⚔️ 6. Peace Requires Trust in God

“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee…” (Isaiah 26:3)

Peace grows through trust.

When the mind stays focused on God, fear loses its grip.

The more we trust Him, the deeper our peace becomes.

⚠️⚔️ 7. Peace Must Rule the Heart

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts…” (Colossians 3:15)

Peace is not just received—it must be allowed to rule.

We must choose to surrender worry, fear, and control to God.

When His peace rules, it directs our thoughts and decisions.

💕 3 Takeaways
1. True peace comes from God, not from circumstances.
2. Sin destroys peace, but Christ restores it.
3. Trusting God allows His peace to rule in our hearts.

✨ Conclusion

The world offers temporary calm—

but God offers unshakable peace.

This peace is not found in silence, success, or comfort.

It is found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.

When the heart is right with God, peace follows.

Without Him, the soul remains restless.

But with Him, even in chaos—

there is stillness.

True peace is not the absence of noise—

It is the presence of God within.

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2192 Willow Road
Leola, AR
72084

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+15013376895

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