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Find peace in Jesus amidst life's worries. Spend time in Adoration, focus on His presence, and embrace the tranquility He offers.

Today's Gospel: Luke 24:-35-48

As I settle into a pew to spend time in Adoration, my worry and anxieties for the day riddle my body with tension, and my mind is clouded and busy. When my eyes settle on Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament on the altar, I take a deep breath. My pulse begins to slow, my body starts to relax, and my mind clears as words of gratitude fill my thoughts. Thank You, Lord, for being present for me. Thank You for this opportunity to see You, sit with You, and love You.
 
A sense of peace fills me. God is here. All the worries of the day pass away as I focus on my Lord, present in this great silence.
 
Jesus’s words in today’s Gospel fill my head. “Peace be with you.”
 
“Yes, Lord,” I say. You want us to have peace in our days.
 
As I sit for my hour in Adoration, I ponder the remainder of the Gospel reading. It strikes me that the disciples were clearly anxious, bothered, and fearful over what was happening. These are men who knew Jesus, walked with Him, learned at His feet, and yet they were troubled, much like many of us.
 
Our lives are full of distractions, concerns, and worries. We rush from place to place, and yet, our Lord is offering us peace.
 
Jesus reassures them, eats with them, and teaches them. He reminds them who He is by doing the same things He did before His death and resurrection.
 
They break bread, spend time with Jesus, and learn at His feet. They are offered peace.
 
Jesus is offering us the same: to spend time with Himat Mass, in the scriptures, and in Adoration, when possible. He is offering us His peace.

 

Ponder:

When you feel anxious and troubled, how do you focus on the peace offered to you by Jesus?

 

Pray:

Thank You, Lord, for the gift of Your peace. Please remind me to keep my eyes fixed on You and spend time learning and resting in Your love.

 

Pray Together:

Take time each day to lift your eyes to heaven, take a deep breath, and allow yourself to be filled with His peace.

 


April 9

Copyright 2026 Lisa Henley Jones

 

About the Author

Lisa Henley Jones

Lisa Henley Jones

Lisa Henley Jones is a wife, mom, native Texan, and parish communications director. She enjoys reading, walking, going on date nights, and cheering on her kids in their activities. As a social media consultant, Lisa teaches Catholic parishes to engage, inspire, and evangelize on social media. Find her blog at Of Sound Mind & Spirit and her social media course at Parish Social Media.