Peacemakers first realize how One greater than them made peace with them (see 2 Corinthians 5:18). Forgiven much, they forgive others much. Given light, they illumine a straight path for others to follow.

Romans 14:13-15 states, “Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way. As one who is in the Lord Jesus, I am fully convinced that no food is unclean in itself. But if anyone regards something as unclean, then for him it is unclean. If your brother is distressed because of what you eat, you are no longer acting in love. Do not by your eating destroy your brother for whom Christ died.”

Two main takeaways: 1) Be a light, not a judge. Let the light of joy and peace flood from your being to everyone you meet. Add value to everyone. Make someone’s day. Furthermore, do yourself a favor by liberating yourself from a critical spirit. Dr. Kubzansky has found that emotional vitality—characterized by enthusiasm, hopefulness, engagement in life, and the ability to face life's stresses with emotional balance—is associated with a substantially reduced risk of heart attack and stroke. 2) Don’t offend someone by misusing your freedom. If you are a “light,” illuminate another person’s perspective. See things from their point of view and be careful to not needlessly offend. Make it easier for them to walk down the right path by being a light, not a judge.