The Holy Trinity is such a mystery. Though we may believe,
it is not possible for us to understand how it can be that three are in one. We
generally think from an earthly, 3-D perspective, and have no concept of the
heavenly realm.
Jesus attempts to comfort his disciples, just as God’s Word
through the bible is here to bring us peace. “Do not let your hearts be
troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me.” John 14:1 Jesus goes on to tell them
about preparing a place in his father's house and coming back for them so they will be where he is.
Thomas (the doubting one) inquired of Jesus when He told the
disciples; “You know the way to the place where I am going.” John 14:4
Just as we would, Thomas was thinking of a pathway or road
to get to the place Jesus referred to. Thomas said to Him, “Lord, we don’t know
where you are going, so how can we know the way?” John 14:5
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No
one comes to the Father except through me. If you really knew me, you would
know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.” John
14:6-7
As this story continues Philip also questions Jesus and asks
to see the Father. Considering all the things the disciples saw and heard while in the company of Jesus, it’s hard to believe Jesus wasn’t a bit frustrated as he
replied; “Don’t you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a
long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father.” John 14:9
Is belief in Jesus the only way to find salvation? Jesus’
answer is clear from this passage. Many may call Christians narrow-minded, yet
as a true Christ follower there is only one passage way to the promise of
eternal life. We lay down our doubt, and with faith we seek to understand something
we likely will not be able to comprehend until we are no longer of this world.
By faith we believe that The Way of The Cross is the only way!
