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 canāt be possible!”
Today is a day of great comfort for any follower of Jesus who wrestles with doubt concerning Christās promises or doubts about Godās Word. Jesus does not come to rebuke Thomasā weak faith. Jesus comes to strengthen Thomasā faith, givingĀ him proof of the mind-bending reality of the resurrectionāto let him feel it, touch it, explore it. Jesus didnāt 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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