Peace on Earth in Troubled Times | Christian Standard, December 2020 is a theme-driven issue centered on peace, fear, anxiety, conflict, and the hope believers have in Jesus Christ during a deeply unsettled season. The cover theme is developed through biblical studies, ministry reflection, and practical articles that speak directly to life in the midst of pandemic stress, social division, and emotional exhaustion.
This issue opens with Jerry Harris on spiritual gifts and Michael C. Mack on Jesus as the true source of peace. From there, the contents move through a strong set of peace-focused features. Arron Chambers studies Isaiah 9 and the Prince of Peace, Rudy Hagood explores James 1 and the work of faith in trials, and Mark E. Moore examines Luke 2 as an anxiety antidote rooted in Christ. Tyler McKenzie addresses how social media robs people of peace and joy, Rusty Russell offers practical guidance for leading a peacekeeping church, and Caleb Kaltenbach challenges readers to face the future without fear.
Other articles broaden the issue’s significance by addressing worship in hardship, disciple making in a Muslim context, personal obedience for elders, church conflict, and a major report on the firebombing and rebuilding efforts connected to Lewis Street Church of Christ. Together, Peace on Earth in Troubled Times | Christian Standard, December 2020 captures how Christian Standard responded to the turbulence of late 2020 with Scripture, pastoral wisdom, and a clear call to find lasting peace in Jesus.
