Christianity is very much a lifestyle of "one another". In essence we do not practice our faith in isolation

Lk 24:33-39

Matt 28:11-15

John 20:19-21

1) Jesus wants to take away their fears

When we are fearful we shut off, afraid to let anyone in and afraid to let ppl leave us. Our mind is busy imagining "what ifs" and "could be's". But we dont say it out and dare not take action

It is an inborn and fundamental desire to feel safe and secure. Anything that threatens that creates feelings if insecurity. All fear is based on insecurity

1 john 4:18

He doesn't love us from one perspective, but he is able to love us as who we were, who we are and who we will be. In the preaence of Jesus, fear begins to leave us and we begin to experience peace

2) Jesus wants them to be his witnesses

John 20:21-23

3) Jesus wants them to have faith

John 11:16

Jesus wants us to live a faith-filled, victorious life

John 20:31