Be Still And Know

Luke 24:12 NLT 'However, Peter jumped up and ran to the tomb to look. Stooping, he peered in and saw the empty linen wrappings; then he went home again, wondering what had happened.' Peter, the impetuous disciple, the one Jesus identified as the foundation for the Church, is unhappy simply with dismissing the women’s account. So he goes to check the grave out for himself. All is as they reported, although no angels remained to give him any directions. Having carefully checked the space out he returns full of wonder. Wonder is a brilliant asset for any disciple. Peter no doubt recalls Jesus’ teaching, so confusing at times, and the promise of the resurrection. He, perhaps more than most, was desperate to address the guilt of his own denial. Faith seldom offers us clear and unequivocal answers. While the scripture that God neither fails nor forsakes us is true, discovering its practical reality when tragedy strikes is a process of wonder. Many questions rise to the forefront of our minds and we are left to pond