Meditate On
...Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them,
“Peace be with you.” When He had said this, He showed them His hands and His
side...
John 20:19–20
How True
Peace Comes
After Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion, His disciples hid in
the Upper Room, confused and terrified of what their Jewish brethren might do
to them. Knowing exactly why they were there, and understanding their fears,
the risen Lord appeared in their midst, and immediately said, “Peace, be with
you.” Then, He did something significant—He “showed them His hands and His
side.”
My friend, His pierced hands and side speak of His
finished work. Jesus was telling His disciples that He had paid the price for
their sins, that they needn’t be afraid of what was happening anymore, and that
they could come boldly to God in their time of need (Hebrews 4:16).
Perhaps there are fears swirling in your mind today.
Maybe it’s the thought of losing your job, or maybe it’s an alarming symptom in
your body. Beloved, focusing on your problems won’t help you. Center your
thoughts, instead, on the person of Jesus and all that He has accomplished for
you at Calvary. When you keep your eyes on Jesus, His grace and His finished
work, His peace will guard your heart and mind, and lead you to experience the
victory He has already purchased for you.
BLESSINGS
JOSEPH PRINCE
