This passage from Matthew 28 is referred to as the “Great Commission.” We see that the resurrected Jesus purposely brought his disciples to receive this invitation and his instruction they would need to fulfill the Father’s will.

Although Peter had seen Jesus, perhaps he had not come to terms with his denial of Him. Jesus was able to demonstrate mercy and forgiveness to Peter. He would ask the question of him, “Do you love me?”

The disciples were gathered a week after discovering the tomb was empty, and word of Jesus’ resurrection was beginning to spread. One disciple, Thomas, doubted, which many still today struggle with. However, Thomas had an encounter with Jesus that he would not forget…