Who Will Bring Lasting Peace?

WHY has God not answered the prayers for peace uttered by the leaders of the world's various religions? The Bible has a fascinating answer.  It is not that God has no interest in peace-he has a far stronger desire for peace than do the clergymen praying on the subject. In fact, God has already made definite arrangements to bring about world peace. He has already taken decisive steps  toward that goal. He has clearly communicated his intentions to mankind. Tragically, however, the world's religions largely ignore what God has stated.

God long ago promised a "seed," a ruler, whom the Bible progressively describes, providing  more and more information regarding his identity.  (Genesis 3:15; 22:18; 49:10)  The prophet Isaiah, known for his extraordinary  Messianic prophecies, wrote that this foretold Leader would become "Prince of Peace" over the earth and that under his rule,m there would be 'no end to peace.' (Isaiah 9:6, 7) As a heavenly Ruler, he will intervene to destroy wickedness and to transform the earth into a paradise, with no more injustice, sickness, poverty, or death. Peace and eternal life will prevail.  (Psalm 72:3, 7, 16; Isaiah 33:24; 35:5, 6; Daniel 2:44; Revelation 21:4) When will this happen? 

Next time: Who Will Bring Lasting Peace? -World Peace Near at Hand

From the Awake! magazine, 2002