Peace means the absence of warfare, where hostilities have ceased. But what does this word capitulation mean? It’s certainly not found in the Bible; or maybe it is expressed differently.

To capitulate is to surrender in times of warfare. The conquered forces have to submit to the particular terms of their surrender. These terms are often written down and have to be signed. The Latin words, caput and capitulum mean “head” and “headings” and relate to details in the official agreement drawn up when someone formally surrenders.

In life we wrestle with truth; we even battle with God as we try to understand the meaning of life. There is a mental warfare within! We want to accept the truth of a divine being, yet at the same time we are unwilling to accept the reality of a creator God.

I can still clearly recall my personal battle as I struggled with questions and doubts about Jesus Christ. But there was a point of capitulation where I stopped fighting and surrendered. The immediate result was to experience peace! Peace with God!

Ref. Romans 5:1 NIV.