Our scripture this morning is John 20:21-22 (ESV).
Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.”
This is John’s recording of the Great Commission given to us by Jesus. He says “As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you”, meaning we are sent to do and teach the things He did and taught us. What an amazing gift, to be part of His work in the world!
He’s not sending us alone. Yes, we have brothers and sisters in the faith who will go also, but more than that, Jesus gives us the Holy Spirit to be our guard and guide wherever we go. This is God present with us always.
Jesus taught us about God’s love for us and the special relationship He has with the Father. He wants all of us to have that same relationship with God as His children, and with each other as His heirs. We carry on His work of spreading the Good News all over the world.
Loving Lord, we are humbled that you call us to be Your representatives here. Help us to go in faith wherever there is need and bring Your love to all. Amen.
