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Karl Barth on Peace in Christ Jesus - Christocentric (Philippians 4:6-7)

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"The peace of God guards hearts and minds 'in Christ Jesus.' Location matters: we are IN Christ. His peace is not a commodity we receive but an atmosphere we inhabit. In Him, anxiety has no final word. Christ is our peace; we dwell in Him." — Karl Barth. Christocentric: peace in Christ.

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Scripture References

Philippians 4:7

Emotional Tone

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