In today's gospel passage (Jn 14:27-31), we hear Jesus offering the gift of peace. He says to the disciples: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you (Jn 14:27). Then he goes on to say: Not as the world gives do I give it to you. In this way, Jesus wishes to distinguish his gift of peace from the practice of so many in our world who make promises but never fulfill their words.
Jesus' word is always true. It is always sincere and we can always count on him. If Jesus promises to share with us the gift of peace, then we can be assured that we will have his gift, a peace that is everlasting, a peace that exists between those who know and trust one another implicitly, a trust that fills us with confidence because we know that we are never alone.
This same gift of peace is offered to us today. Let us pray for the grace to recognize it, to celebrate it and to share the good news of having known this great gift from the Lord with others we may encounter today. And furthermore, if we should encounter someone who is in need of peace, let us not be hesitant to reassure them that Christ's gift of unfailing peace is also offered to them.
Have a great day.
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