Jesus and Thomas – John 20:24–29

In seasons of spiritual uncertainty, disappointment, or unanswered questions, doubt can often feel like a threat to faith, a sign that something has gone wrong or that belief is slipping away. But the story of Thomas, often labeled a doubter, offers a different perspective. When Jesus appears to Thomas after the resurrection, He doesn’t shame him or scold him for his skepticism. Instead, Jesus invites him to touch His wounds, meeting Thomas with compassion, patience, and personal care.

This moment becomes a turning point, not just for Thomas, but for all who wrestle with faith. His response, “My Lord and my God,” is the first direct declaration of Jesus’ divinity in the Gospel of John, showing that profound belief can emerge from deep questioning. Doubt, then, is not the enemy of faith, it is often the path through which faith matures.