READ
"But go, tell His disciples and Peter that, ‘He is going before you to Galilee; there you will see Him, just as He told you.’ " Mark 16:7

EXAMINE
These were the words spoken to the women who entered the tomb of Jesus on Easter morning after the crucifixion.  They must have been astonished that the huge stone had been rolled away. Verse 5 says that they “saw a young man sitting at the right, wearing a white robe; and they were alarmed.” But the most astonishing thing to me is what he said when he told them to tell the disciples, AND PETER, that Christ has risen!  This makes the fact that Jesus just died for my sins, my unrighteousness, my brokenness all the more real.  He specifically included “Peter” in his announcement. PETER, the one who had denied Him outwardly just three days before. Peter, who probably felt all hope was gone for him because of his actions. Now he was included in the greatest act of love, forgiveness and redemption the world has ever known!

APPLY
I am so grateful that Jesus did not hold a grudge towards Peter. This is good news for me because I have denied Jesus, misrepresented Him, refused Him, disappointed Him and disobeyed Him throughout my life.  I praise His name that His wonderful grace and mercy was greater than all my sin.

PRAY
Lord, it is my desire to live my life for You in a way that I would not deny you. I want every action and every thought to be held captive by the realities of your wonderful grace and mercy. As I relish and walk in these realities may I also never cease to praise you for your unending and unbelievable love towards me when I fail. Amen.

WONDERFUL GRACE OF JESUS
Michael Bleaker | The Village Church
*This song is attached below.  Listen and celebrate the Wonderful Grace and Mercy you are afforded because of His great love and sacrifice.