Yeah, or something like that. This morning I got together with God and a few brothers in Christ, and we held a study on the last chapter of John plus a bit. The famous stories of Thomas and his conditions for belief at the end of chapter 20 of John's gospel brings to mind the unbelieving doubters we run into. The story of Peter and his questioning by the risen Savior brings to mind the doubts of believers that we all have at times in our walk with Christ. Of course there is so much to learn and read in just one chapter of John (plus a bit), that I quite forgot to get to my point about the UD-DB's, and that is that Jesus is the cure for both of them.
In John 20, Jesus returns when Thomas is present and overcomes the wavering disciple's last unbelief with a solid proof, Himself that is. On the other hand, Jesus lets Thomas know that the real blessing is reserved for those who believe in faith; that is, without seeing the risen Lord in person and putting a hand into His wounded side. In John 21, Peter takes a walk with Jesus after breakfast and for each of that disciple's denials Jesus asks for his love and gives him a mission. Both men have their position in faith and both receive their cure from Jesus.
When we walk with Jesus, we will at times have our doubts about our salvation, peace with God, the steadfast love of the Lord, and other things. Yet, those arise from looking at the self. Jesus with tender care will bring our focus back to Him. We may not see or touch Him, but we will know that He is here with you and me.
Have a believing day in Christ!Bucky
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