When I look at the definition of peace, I find things like, "mental calm, serenity, freedom from or the cessation of war or violence." When it is used as an exclamation, it could be, "a greeting or an order to remain silent."

I can think of instances in my life where any one of these definitions could apply. Let's look at scripture and see how Jesus used it.

In John 14:26-27, Jesus says, "but when the father sends the advocate as my representative – that is, the Holy Spirit – he will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you. I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid."

In Mark 4:39, we see that Jesus is on the boat sleeping and there is a fearsome storm threatening the lives of the disciples. Remember, these men were experienced fisherman, and they had been in many bad storms before. This storm frightened them to the point that they...