Anything that happens in life either enhances peace or steals it away. When Jesus left the disciples, they were in total fear, in a confusion and total insecurity. Knowing their situation, immediately after His resurrection, Jesus hurried to meet them and offered them the most precious gift of peace: “Suddenly Jesus met them and said, ‘Peace be with you.’ They came up to him, took hold of his feet, and worshiped him” (Mt 28:9). Today also He knows our situation, so may we never be discouraged, because He will surely come to us and bring us the same gift of peace, for He knows that we are in need of it.

Abba, thank You for sending Your Son with the gift of peace. Let Your Spirit fill our hearts and mind with that greatest consolation, in Jesus’ Most Peaceful Name, Amen.