"Doubting Thomas"
John 20:24-31
April 17, 2022
EASTER SUNDAY
Pastor Rich Lanning

Introduction:

I.   An unbelieving disciple. John 20:24-25.

II.  Grace extended to the skeptic. John 20:26-27.

III. Thomas' confession. John 20:28

IV.  The second beatitude. John 20:29

V.    The point of it all. John 20:30-31

Questions for reflection:

• Why is the resurrection of Jesus at the heart of Christianfaith? What is the meaning of the resurrection?
• Why do you think Thomas found it so hard to believe in the resurrection even after being one of Jesus' twelve disciples?
• What does John mean when he writesof having "life in His name"? (verse 31).
  Have you experienced this life?