So What: Why the Resurrection Matters
Jesus Gives Peace
About This Sermon
Jarrett Stephens teaches from John 20:19-29, the story of Thomas after the resurrection. Thomas missed seeing Jesus with the other disciples and refused to believe unless he saw the wounds himself. Jarrett draws from his own past struggles with doubt to show that doubt is normal, but unbelief is dangerous. Jesus meets Thomas not with rebuke but with peace, speaking His word and showing His wounds. The message gives practical steps for dealing with doubt: name it, wrestle with it, and share it with others.
Scripture: John 20:19-29
Study Guide
A few ideas to carry with you, discuss with your group, or revisit during the week.
Practical Takeaways (5)
- Doubt is normal and natural; unbelief is the real danger.
- Jesus gives peace by speaking His word over our confusion.
- Jesus gives peace by showing His wounds, the source of our forgiveness and healing.
- The healthy way to deal with doubt is to name it, wrestle with it, and share it in community.
- Those who believe without seeing are blessed by God.
Discussion Questions (5)
- What stands out to you about how Jesus responds to Thomas in John 20:24-29?
- What is the difference between honest doubt and unbelief, and why does it matter?
- What doubt are you currently wrestling with, and what would it look like to bring it honestly before God?
- How can looking at Christ's wounds strengthen your faith when you struggle to believe?
- Who in your life could you share your doubts with this week?
From the Series
So What: Why the Resurrection Matters
After the resurrection, Jesus didn't just rise and disappear. He met people right where they were. In their grief. In their doubt. In their fear. In this series, we're looking at… Read moreAfter the resurrection, Jesus didn't just rise and disappear. He met people right where they were. In their grief. In their doubt. In their fear. In this series, we're looking at why the resurrection matters. We'll walk through these real encounters and discover what the risen Jesus still speaks into our lives today. Show less
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