19On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 20After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.
21Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” 22And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23If you forgive anyone’s sins, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.” (John 20)
Thoughts: In our world of turmoil, fear, trouble, and terrible terrorist acts, we need to listen to the words of Jesus saying, "Peace be with you." In our world where we wonder if one thing is really as good as anything else- and if there is really any truth in the world... where the meaninglessness of half truths and too many choices distract our minds we need to hear, "Peace be with you."
Jesus not only offers us peace from fear- peace from the worst life can offer (death); He also offers us a purpose. We are called not just to have peace, but to pass that peace- share the peace of Christ with all the forgiveness, grace, love, and hope with others. Jesus doesn't just tell us to have peace- He sends us out to spread the peace. To whom will you go today or tomorrow?
Jesus not only offers us peace from fear- peace from the worst life can offer (death); He also offers us a purpose. We are called not just to have peace, but to pass that peace- share the peace of Christ with all the forgiveness, grace, love, and hope with others. Jesus doesn't just tell us to have peace- He sends us out to spread the peace. To whom will you go today or tomorrow?
Prayer: Lord, help me to really hear deep down, your words of peace. Give me an opportunity to share your peace with others.
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