Kanji "Peace"

I liked the structure of the Kanji (Chinese characters used in Japanese writing) characters that form the word “peace” and I thought it fit the smooth granite stone, and have always imagined it lying near a water feature in a garden. The Bible says that “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” (Romans 12:18) But peace on earth is a fragile thing, and not possible in all circumstances. In John 16:33 (NASB), Jesus said “These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world." For me, this carving represents peace – not in the world but in spite of it through the power of Christ.