Thomas, one of the twelve apostles, who was called Didymus, wasn’t with them when Jesus came. ²⁵ The other disciples told him, “We’ve seen the Lord.”
Thomas told them, “I refuse to believe this unless I see the nail marks in his hands, put my fingers into them, and put my hand into his side.”
²⁶ A week later Jesus’ disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them.  Even though the doors were locked, Jesus stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” ²⁷ Then Jesus said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and look at my hands. Take your hand, and put it into my side.  Stop doubting, and believe.”
²⁸ Thomas responded to Jesus, “My Lord and my God!”
²⁹ Jesus said to Thomas, “You believe because you’ve seen me.  Blessed are those who haven’t seen me but believe.”

(John 20:24-29 -- GW)


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