John 20: 24-31

Jesus Appears to Thomas

It was not until Thomas put his finger into the wound in Jesus’ hand and his hand into His side that he believed.

It’s all about FAITH.

Faith is defined as belief, confidence or trust in a person, object, religion, idea or view despite the absence of proof

Though we have God’s word in the Bible, and it is filled with prophetic passages that indeed occurred, many do not believe and will not believe until they see with their own eyes like Thomas. That moment may be too late.

There is a great peace that comes with faith. We can relax when we are sure in our heart that we can trust in certain things to happen or when we know people will follow through with things that are important to us.

Each time we go into a dark room, we trust that when we flick the switch the light will go on even though we may not know exactly how electricity works. We have faith in others when we are driving that they will indeed stop at the intersection and wait until we are through. Because of this faith and trust, we can relax and carry on with confidence.

The same is true when we have true faith in God. Our heart is at peace. We can live with the assurance that we need not worry. He has our back. He loves us. He will care for us. He will see us through no matter what.

We are reminded in Philippians 4:5-7 “Let your gentleness be evident to all The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

May God’s Peace Be With you Always

Read/Listen to John 20:24-31