Jesus Brings Peace when Facing Fear and Grief

About this episode

The episode discusses finding peace through Jesus amidst fear and grief.

Our Focus today: Peace in the Midst of Uncertainty Scripture: John 20:19–21 For the next seven Wednesdays, we’ll journey together toward Pentecost—the outpouring of the Spirit and the birth of the New Testament church. In this bright new season, our focus is on the risen Jesus and His visits with His friends. Each story is a window into the hope He offers us still. Today, we step into that upper room after the resurrection. The disciples are hiding, hearts weighed down by fear and grief, their dreams shattered. Maybe you know that feeling—doors locked by anxiety, spirit heavy with uncertainty. Yet Jesus appears, not to scold, but to comfort. His first words then are His words to you now: “Peace be with you.” You don’t have to fix yourself or overcome your fear. Jesus comes to you exactly where you are. His peace isn’t earned; it’s a gift. He steps through every barrier—grief, doubt, worry—and fills our hearts with hope and a promise of His presence. This week, let those words settle deep within. No matter how thick the walls or heavy the sorrow, the risen Christ brings comfort to mourners, beauty for ashes, and praise for despair. Receive His peace, restoration, and joy. Let us…

People in this episode

Host: Bob Perry

Topics covered

• peace
• fear
• grief
• hope
• resurrection
• comfort

Keywords

• peace
• fear
• grief
• Jesus
• resurrection
• comfort
• hope
• prayer

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: John 20:19–21

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