You can read the whole story in John 20:19-31
Now let's consider this:
Jesus knows everything. He knew that the first time Thomas would not be there. But He chose to appear to the disciples all the same. He could have appeared at a time where Thomas and all the others were together; but He didn't.
This way we have the story of Thomas and his doubts. A story which has been recorded by John in the Gospel and another piece of evidence that Jesus did indeed rise from the dead.
Unwittingly, Thomas gave us all more evidence about the Resurrection.
We all doubt from time to time, we analyse and ask ourselves about our faith and what we truly believe.
God knows our human nature because He created us, and He forgives our doubts time and again.
There once was a man whose son was very ill, and he came to Jesus for
help, ‘Help us if you can,’ he asked Jesus.
Jesus replied, ‘Everything is possible if you have Faith,’ to which the
man said ‘I do have Faith, but not enough, help me to have more.’
Jesus healed this man’s son. He saw that the man was struggling with his Faith, as we all do from time to time. So He helped him.
I believe Lord, help my unbelief. Mark 9:24
...perhaps that is why I was named Thomas.
ReplyDeleteWhatever it is you doubt about, pray about it.
DeleteGod bless, Tom.
Have you watched The Chosen? In it the man who plays Thomas is very believable.
ReplyDeleteYes, I remember the series on TV earlier this year. I really enjoyed it.
DeleteGod bless you and thank you for your visit, Sandi.
We all have times where doubt creeps in.
ReplyDeleteIndeed Bill. And it's an opportunity to pray more.
DeleteGod bless you.
When we have doubts, let us go to God in prayer, knowing Jesus will be certain to give us all the faith we need.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Victor!
Amen Martha. Doubts are not always a bad thing; often they lead us back to God if we pray earnestly.
DeleteGod bless you and yours, Martha.
Thank-you Victor: Ther are many doubting Thomas's in this world today, so many have fallen away from the Faith, there needs to be a resurgence of beliefs and soon. The world is failing and doing it quickly.
ReplyDeleteGods Blessings to you for sharing with us all your lovely posts on Blogger.
Catherine
Thank you for your kind comments, Catherine. Yes, there are many who doubt their faith and moved away altogether. We need to pray for a resurgence, as you say. I am hopeful.
DeleteGod bless, my friend.
Mark 9:24 may be my favorite 'go-to' Bible verse.
ReplyDeleteLike that splendid song lyric, I walk on with hope in my heart.
Yes, it is my chosen prayer when things are difficult.
DeleteGod bless you, Mevely.
thecontemplativecat here I wonder what happened with Thomas. That would be an interesting story.
ReplyDeleteSt. Thomas was born a Jew and was called to be one of the twelve Apostles. His birth and death dates are unknown, but his feast day is celebrated July 3.
DeleteFull story here:
https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=410
God bless, Susan.
You'll Never Walk Alone is one of my favorite songs. Thanks for jogging my memory. ❤️
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Hello Cheerful Monk.
DeleteHave you seen my video of "You'll Never Walk Alone" as sung by my friend Father Francis Maple?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qW4-iHiBKTI
God bless.
When reading Scripture, sometimes I simply have to say, Lord, I take you at your Word. I don't always understand, but I believe you, so please reveal to me what I do not yet comprehend.
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful prayer, Mimi.
DeleteGod bless you.