Readings for the Day:
Acts 5:27-32: Peter has been arrested for proclaiming the good news of Jesus’ death and resurrection. His response to the charges of the high priest summarizes the early church’s proclamation of forgiveness of sin through repentance.
Revelation 1:4-8: The book of Revelation recounts a mystical vision of the risen Christ experienced by a Christian prophet named John. Here he describes Christ as a timeless redeemer, the beginning, present, and end of all time.
John 20:19-31: The unprecedented events of the day of resurrection continue as the risen Jesus appears to his fearful disciples. A week later, after Thomas worships Jesus, Jesus pronounces that the blessings of the resurrection are also for those who ‘have not seen and yet believe.’
‘From Sunday & Seasons, copyright 2024 Augsburg Fortress’
Questions To Ponder:
1— Where are you feeling called to speak out? (Acts 5:27-32)
2—What does it mean to you that Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega? (Revelation 1:4-8)
3—How do you experience the peace of Jesus in your life? (John 20:19-31)
4—How do these texts speak to you today?
Prayer: O God of life, you reach out to us amid our fears with the wounded hands of your risen Son. By your Spirit’s breath revive our faith in your mercy, and strengthen us to be the body of your Son. Amen.