What
"takeaway" did you receive this Easter?
Jesus
spoke directly in to the lives of His disciples on Resurrection Sunday, and
speaks to us as well. The thing that resonates with me is how He greeted His
friends after He arose from the dead. He didn't go in to a great sermon or an
explanation about what happened. He simply said, Peace.
We tend
to miss this in our studies. We spend time on other details. We grin at Thomas'
reaction of Jesus showing up just after he had said he wouldn't believe unless
he touched Christ's wounds.
I'm
sure Jesus was pleased that His doubting friend fell to his knees proclaiming
Jesus Lord. Jesus said it was greater to believe and to have not seen. The
writer of Hebrews teaches on this same aspect of faith. Faith is being sure
of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. - Hebrews 11:1
What do
you have faith or hope in? Is it seen or not seen?
Jesus
said those with "blind faith" in Him are blessed. They will receive
His peace.
If
someone ever ask you to show them the evidence of Christ tell them to look at
your believing heart. Allow His peace and light to shine in your life - the
darkness will lose every time.
Thank
you Jesus for your peace that I cannot comprehend, but humbly accept. Amen?