Again Jesus said, "Peace be with you!" John 20:21a
Sometimes He has to say it twice: "Peace be with you!"
How many times, Lord, have I not heard Your voice the first time? The challenges of my day creep in, and You call out to me - "Peace!" Yet somehow my ears are closed. Somehow Your voice is muffled. Anxiety overwhelms my heart.
Thank You, Jesus, for continuing to call out Your message of peace. There is a peace that surpasses all understanding. In the midst of storms, we are calm.
Please, don't stop saying it - until I hear. Then keep on saying it - until I believe.