1 Peter 1:6-9…“Although you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy…” vs. 8
Even though these words were written to people living two thousand years ago they offer a precise fit for our situation. We have not seen the Risen Christ and yet we love him. We feast on his words and study his parables, believing that the new life he offers is what our broken world needs. Our spirits are restored by his sweet gift of forgiveness and the power of his love. Even though we do not see him, we know in our hearts what he has done for us. So of course we love him, and more than that we believe in him, trusting that what he has said and done is more than enough for our salvation.
It really is remarkable that we could have such profound faith in one whom we have never seen. It didn’t happen immediately for Thomas-in fact he wanted proof. But the gospel writer John put it well, “Blessed are those who have not seen, and yet have come to believe that Jesus is the Christ.” When that happens, and it’s not a rare event, Peter says that believers rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy, and many know exactly what that means.
It really is a blessing to have faith and to live securely in these confusing times. We have a Risen Lord, a constant source of peace and joy.
Thought for the Day: When do I feel the deepest peace?
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