What the Bible says about Peace as a Product of Righteousness
(From Forerunner Commentary)

Psalm 37:37 Righteousness produces peace with its qualities of quietness and assurance, but at the same time, peace provides the proper environment for righteousness to grow. One builds upon the other. A home without peace hinders the development of righteousness. Thus, God allows a Christian to divorce an abusive, unconverted mate (I Corinthians 7:15). Martin G. Collins Peace Related Topics: Divorce | Peace | Peace as a Product of Righteousness | Peace as the Proper Environment for Righteousness | Righteousness

Romans 12:8 God has called us to peace. He expects us to keep His commandments, and in return He gives us peace of mind. "When a man's ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him" (Proverbs 16:7). Sin separates man from God, causing a confrontational relationship with Him whereby man receives His wrath. This is anything but peaceful! Peace leads to more peace, washing away strife and fear as a river sweeps away debris. Martin G. Collins Peace Related Topics: Commandment Keeping | Commandments, Keeping | Keeping Commandments | Peace | Peace as a Product of Righteousness | Peace Of Mind | Sin Creates Fear | Sin Destroys Peace | Sin Produces Separation | Strife

Philippians 4:6-9 God gives His peace to those of a pure or righteous heart and mind. The transition from Old to New Testament usage of "peace" strikingly illustrates its personal, internal application: Out of about 90 New Testament instances, 90% refer to heartfelt peace. Martin G. Collins Peace Related Topics: Peace | Peace as a Product of Righteousness | Peace as the Proper Environment for Righteousness | Peace of God | Peace Of Mind | Peace with God | Peace, Pursuing