Why Are We Called to Have Peace?

We are called to have peace as Christians because it's a sign that we trust (and have Faith) in God. In Galatians 5, we learn that peace is part of the fruits of the spirit. 

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." - Galatians 5:22-23

30 Verses on Peace

"A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones." - Proverbs 13:30

"Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you." - Isaiah 54:10

  "‘The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘And in this place I will grant peace,’ declares the Lord Almighty.”" - Haggai 2:9

  "“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”" - Luke 2:14

  "John 14:27 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

  "“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”" - John 16:33

  "You know the message God sent to the people of Israel, announcing the good news of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all." - Acts 10:36

  "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ" - Romans 5:1

  "For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit" - Romans 14:17

  "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." - Romans 15:13

  "The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you." - Romans 16:20

  "For God is not a God of disorder but of peace—as in all the congregations of the Lord’s people." 1 Corinthians 14:33

  "Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you." - 2 Corinthians 13:11

  "For he himself is our peace, who has made the two groups one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility" - Ephesians 2:14

  "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:7

  "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful." - Colossians 3:15

  "May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ." - 1 Thessalonians 5:23

  "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you." - 2 Thessalonians 3:16

  "Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart." - 2 Timothy 2:22

  "Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep," - Hebrews 13:20

  "But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere." - James 3:17

  "They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it." - 1 Peter 3:11

  "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety." - Psalm 4:8

  "The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace." - Psalm 29:11

  "Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it." - Psalm 34:14

  "I will listen to what God the Lord says; he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants— but let them not turn to folly." - Psalm 85:8

  "Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." Phillipians 4:9

  "Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD himself, is my strength and my defense ; he has become my salvation.” - Isaiah 12:2

  "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." - Psalm 23:4