Welcome to the table! This episode contains the climactic moment in John. Mary Beth is back to teach us. We had a great conversation. I love it when she's here. I get to sit back, learn and talk to my favorite Bible teacher. After six episodes, I bet she's also moving up you list of favorites.
I have a soft spot for Thomas. Don't call him doubting Thomas in my presence unless you wanna fight. LOL! John wrote his gospel for people like Thomas. The ones who just can't get over the finish line and believe. The ones who wonder is the gospel actually for me.
"My Lord and My God" is the moment Thomas crushed his lingering unbelief.
You could say that with the help of Jesus, Thomas flipped the table of unbelief.
I. 20:19-20 Presence and Peace
The Peace of God and Peace with God
II. 21-23 Presence, Peace and Power for Purpose
This is a dividing passage between Protestants and Catholics.
Was Jesus giving the disciples authority to forgive sin?
Hebrews 4:16 and 1 John 1:9, Mark 2
Proclaiming forgiveness
Forgiveness is vitamin c for the heart.
Forgiveness is our superpower.
III. 24-29 Presence, Patience and Blessing
