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WEDNESDAY IN THE WORD DEVOTIONAL – JUNE 17, 2026
“THE GIFT OF PEACE WITH GOD”
ROMANS 5:1-5 NRSVUE
“Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Romans 5:1a
In a world filled with uncertainty, Romans 5:1-5 invites us to rest in the unshakable peace that comes through Jesus Christ. These verses remind us that faith in Christ gives us access to God’s grace, strength for every trial, and a hope that will next fail. As you reflect on this passage, may your heart be encouraged by the truth that God is working in every season of your life.
We are reminded that because we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. This peace is not based on our performance, our strength, or our ability to make everything right. It is a gift of grace. Through Jesus, we are welcomed into God’s presence and invited to stand in hope, even when life feels uncertain. Scripture teaches that suffering can produce endurance, endurance can shape character, and character can deepen hope. This does not mean trials are easy, but it does mean God is at work in them. The hope we have in Christ will not fail us, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Today, when you feel weary, remember that your faith in Christ gives you peace, your struggles are not wasted, and your hope is secure in the love of God.
Consider these reflective questions:
- What does it mean to me personally to have peace with God through Jesus Christ?
- Am I resting in God’s grace, or am I still relying on my own strength and performance?
- What trial is my life right now may be shaping endurance, character, and hope in me?
Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the peace we have through Jesus Christ. Thank you for Your grace that sustains us, Your love that fills our hearts, and the hope that does not disappoint. Help us to trust You in every trial, to grow in endurance and character, and to remain steadfast in faith. May Your Holy Spirit strengthen us each day and remind us that we belong to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Rev. Carole M. Moore, Assistant Pastor
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