Verse of the week · Week of December 27, 2026
Peacemakers, for the new year
Sunday's verse is Matthew 5:9; Wednesday's companion is Romans 12:18. Print the bulletin insert for your church, the cards for a midweek group, or just keep one on the fridge.
Sunday December 27, 2026
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”
Matthew 5:9
Wednesday December 30, 2026 · companion
“If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”
Romans 12:18
Print it for your church or group
Everything here is free to reproduce: bulletin inserts, handouts, slides, newsletters. Letter or A4. Use card stock for the cards if you have it.
Matthew 5:9 · King James Version
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Not the peace-keepers — those who maintain the status quo. The peace-makers: those who actively create it.
- Question
- Which relationship most needs a peacemaker this year?
- This week
- Send one message that lowers a wall.
Wednesday · Romans 12:18
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
As much as lieth in you — Paul acknowledges that peace isn't always achievable. But it is always our responsibility to pursue.
Use it at your church
One printed sheet reaches a whole congregation. Here is the simplest way to use this week's verse:
- Print the bulletin insert, cut it down the middle, and tuck one into each bulletin.
- Print the verse cards on card stock for the welcome table or a Wednesday group.
- Share the Sunday card image on your church's page or in the newsletter.
Free for church, class, and personal use. No permission or attribution needed beyond the web address on the card.
Daily Blessing
This is the same verse players unlock in The Official Bible Solitaire® this Sunday. Win the Daily Blessing game, earn the verse. Free to play.
