What Does the Bible Say About War?

Matthew 5:9

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”

Romans 12:18

“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”

Psalm 46:9

“He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the shields with fire.”

Proverbs 20:18

“Make plans by seeking advice; if you wage war, obtain guidance.”

2 Corinthians 10:3-4

“For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world.”

Hebrews 12:14

“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”

James 4:1-2

“What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight.”