Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - John 20:21
As my Father hath sent me - As God sent me to preach, to be persecuted, and to suffer; to make known his will, and to offer pardon to men, so I send you. This is the design and the extent of the commission of the ministers of the Lord Jesus. He is their model; and they will be successful only as they study his character and imitate his example. This commission he proceeds to confirm by endowing them all with the gift of the Holy Spirit. read more
The Pulpit Commentary - John 20:21-23
(4) Peace, spiration of the Holy Spirit, and conference of power to remit or retain sin. read more