Peter proclaims the resurrection of Jesus and speaks of the miraculous signs and wonders Jesus performed. Peter’s testimony is not a mere recounting of events but a call to recognize the fulfillment of God’s promises through Christ. This passage invites us to share in Peter’s fervor and to become witnesses of the living Christ. The resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith, offering us new life and eternal hope. In the Gospel reading, we see contrasting reactions to the resurrection. The women, filled with joy, hurry to share the good news, while the guards and religious leaders attempt to suppress the truth. The women’s encounter with the risen Christ fills them with awe and compels them to spread the joyous news. This juxtaposition highlights the choice we face: to embrace the truth of the resurrection and share its joy or to succumb to disbelief and fear. Let us live as witnesses of the resurrection, sharing the joy and hope it brings.

PRAYER: Abba Father, strengthen our faith and hope. Amen.