April 16, 2023 – Second Sunday of Easter

Easter Season

HE LIVES TO GIVE ME PROOF AND PEACE

Thomas had been taught and trained by Christ himself. He heard Jesus predict his death and resurrection. Yet, even after hearing the eyewitness testimony of friends, who all saw the resurrected Jesus, Thomas had doubts: “Rising from theĀ dead. That can’t be possible!”

Today is a day of great comfort for any follower of Jesus who wrestles with doubt concerning Christ’s promises or doubts about God’s Word. Jesus does not come to rebuke Thomas’ weak faith. Jesus comes to strengthen Thomas’ faith, givingĀ him proof of the mind-bending reality of the resurrection—to let him feel it, touch it, explore it. Jesus didn’t rejectĀ Thomas. Jesus engaged Thomas and gave him peace.

Still today, Jesus comes to his disciples in Word and sacrament. The living Lord speaks to us. He lets us partake of his true body and blood. When we show weakness of faith, he does not reject us. Just as he did with Thomas, Jesus engages us, giving us proof and peace.

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Children’s ā€œMy Worship Notesā€ are included in another document. They can be used by children of any age to keep notes during the service.