Peace To You

 Now as they said these things, Jesus Himself stood in the midst of them, and said to them, “Peace to you.” - Luke 24:36. 

Before crucifixion

            Jesus before His crucifixion encouraged His disciples to be in peace in the world of tribulation as He had overcome the world. These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world - John 16:33. The peace He gives us is not as the world gives us. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid - John 14:27.

After resurrection

          Jesus after His resurrection came and stood in the midst of disciples when they were in the fear of Jews. Then, the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled, for fear of the Jews, 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. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the Lord. So Jesus said to them again, “Peace to you! As the Father has sent Me, I also send you.” - John 20:19-21. And after eight days His disciples were again inside, and Thomas with them. Jesus came, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, “Peace to you!” - John 20:26.

Peace of God to us

           May the peace of God rule our hearts, our home and the place we live whenever we are afraid or anxious for anything. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful - Colossians 3:15. Peace be within your walls, Prosperity within your palaces - Psalm 122:7. My people will dwell in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places - Isaiah 32:18.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus - Philippians 4:6, 7. 

PRAYER: Dear Lord, We thank You for Your peace to us. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.