Coming to Plainfield

Coming to Plainfield does not mean to come to the city in New Jersey, but to come to that state of thought where peace can be found by exercising one’s God-given dominion.

From our hymn 276 is the phrase “Peace, the fruit of conquered sin.” So, what does Plainfield have to do with conquering sin and finding the resulting peace? Let’s examine by breaking Plainfield into two words. First, “plain” means uncovered, in a clear view, without obstruction or ecclesiastic diversion, a type of humble honesty. Next, “field” can be taken from the military context, which is the place where the battle between good and evil is fought and the victory gained for good. Once this is done, the field becomes a foundation for bearing fruit, or an open thought that is receptive to God’s blessings.

Want to have peace in your heart? Come to Plainfield.