John 20:19-31 – Drew Downs

Choosing to Believe—for Easter 2B

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When Thomas seeks proof in order to believe, he pretends that belief isn’t something he chooses. But Jesus helps him choose to believe.

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This gospel, while centering around Thomas, is mistaken for a treatise on unbelief rather than what belief looks like.

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6 min read

The resurrection story with Thomas challenges our expectations of belief and doubt. And even the point of Easter.

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One of the richest resurrection stories is often told as a warning against doubt. Rather than a declaration of faith.

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Dealing with the Thomas resurrection story means wading past our assumptions about doubt. And about belief.

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7 min read

Thomas isn’t the paragon of doubt. He shows us how belief goes way beyond our narrow, post-enlightenment framing.