That Sunday evening, the disciples were meeting behind locked doors because they were afraid of the Jewish leaders. Suddenly, Jesus was standing there among them! “Peace be with you”, He said. Again He said, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I am sending you”. John 20:19 &21.
Easter is a wonderful reminder of God’s unfailing love and the ultimate price that Jesus paid on our behalf. It is the celebration of a new covenant; the very foundation of our salvation and hope. Also , it reminds us of our victory over sin and death, and it gives the assurance of eternal life because we will resurrect after death as well.
The Gift of Peace
Today, I want to share another amazing gift that Easter offers: PEACE.
After Jesus was crucified, the disciples were in fear, worried about the next chapter of their lives; they feared what the Jewish leaders would do to them. The disciples didn’t know what to expect. They locked themselves up somewhere due to fear. Then Jesus appeared to them, His first word was- Peace be with you. Jesus realized that their state of mind needs to be deconditioned from fear.
Jesus spoke peace into the disciples’ lives again before He gave them the mandate to preach to others. He spoke peace into their weary souls before He breathed the Holy Spirit on them.
Some days after, Jesus appeared to the disciples and again, His words were – Peace be with you. This time He reappeared to get rid of Thomas’ doubt.
Do not be afraid
Just like the disciples, have worries drowned God’s promises such that you have resorted to hiding? Are you crippled with fear that you can’t envision a way out? Have you forgotten that He is able to calm every storm? Maybe you have assumed that He’s no longer with you because you cant see Him or understand what He’s doing presently. Nevertheless, allow the peace of God that comes with this season to overshadow every form of fear and worry. Jesus has promised us a unique form of peace, absolutely different from what the world can offer. I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart, and the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give, so don’t be troubled or afraid – John 14:27
Finally, I pray that this Easter, you will enjoy peace in an inexplicable way because Jesus came and settled all our troubles, worries, fears, and grievances, once and for all.
Happy Easter!
Shalom.
May His divine peace abide with us forever. Amen and Amen 🙏🔥. Thank you for sharing this great gift of God. More and great anointing.
Amen. Thank you ma.
Great message.
Thank you.