The Kindness of Jesus Toward Thomas
It can feel vulnerable to admit that you are struggling to believe. Thomas’s story gives us a place to bring that honesty while listening carefully to the risen Jesus.
My Lord and my God!
(John 20:28, NIV, excerpt)
Thomas had missed Jesus’ earlier appearance to the disciples and said he wanted to see the wounds for himself. A week later, Jesus came among them and invited Thomas to look and touch, then called him to believe. Thomas confessed Jesus as his Lord and God. Jesus also spoke a blessing over those who would believe without seeing Him. John then explained that his Gospel was written to lead readers to faith and life in Jesus.
Let the Gospel meet the question
Jesus addressed Thomas personally and led him toward a clear confession of faith. His response holds both patient attention and a call to trust.
Read John 20:24–31 and name the question you are carrying. You might write it down and ask a trusted Christian to read with you. Make room for a careful conversation about what the Gospel says.
If a friend confides doubt, stay near enough to listen. You can explore Scripture together and seek help with questions you cannot answer.
John points readers toward the testimony he has recorded about Jesus. Return to that testimony with openness. The One at the center of this account is the crucified and risen Lord, worthy of our faith.
A prayer
Risen Jesus, meet our honest questions with the truth of Your Word. Help us trust You as Lord and God, and teach us patient care for others who are learning to believe. Amen.
Read John 20:24-31 in the NIV.
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