– One avoids the storm, the other walks through it with grace.
There’s a subtle difference between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker—and most people don’t recognize it until pressure mounts.
Peacekeeping is about maintaining calm, sometimes at the expense of your own truth. It sidesteps difficult conversations, tiptoes around tension, and says, “Let’s not rock the boat.” It sounds noble… until you realize that the boat is already leaking, and pretending everything is fine won’t keep it afloat.
Peacemaking, though? That takes a deeper kind of strength. It says, “I’ll go with you into this storm, but we won’t come out the same.” It leans into discomfort. It chooses honesty over silence. It fights for the relationship, not within it.
Jesus didn’t just keep the peace—He made it. That’s why He challenged traditions, flipped tables, and called things out with love and clarity. Matthew 5:9 (NLT) says, “God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.” Peace is worked for. Built. Carried. Fought for with wisdom, not weapons.
If you’re the one in the room who always tries to keep it “chill,” ask yourself—am I avoiding conflict, or am I fostering true healing?
Peacekeeping can prevent people from shouting, but peacemaking can reunite them.
One takes silence. The other takes courage.
Which one are you practicing?
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.
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Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr.
District Elder & Pastor Harold Robertson, Jr. is a seasoned IT Professional and spiritual leader who bridges technology and faith to drive innovation in schools, churches, and communities. With certifications in ITIL, Google Workspace, AI, and church administration, he empowers organizations to thrive through strategic tech integration and leadership.