Sermons on John 20:24:

Defeating Doubt

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 23, 2017

Everyone has faith doubts from time to time. "Doubting Thomas" teaches us to guard ourselves in our low times, draw strength from others, and take our doubts to the risen Lord.

John 20:19-20, 24-29 Defeating Doubt Everyone goes through doubts in their faith from time to time. Even Mother Teresa had doubts. She once wrote her spiritual director, “Where I try to raise my thoughts to heaven, there is such convicting emptiness that those very thoughts return like sharp ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20, John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

A New Take On The "Doubting Thomas” Story.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 25, 2017

However you look at this story, the emphasis always appears to Thomas or us doubting, suggesting that we lack faith. It is not all to do with us; God has a role in our faith and we must let him work through us. We just cannot carry that burden alone.

This sermon was delivered to the congregation in Holy Trinity, in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 23rd April 2017: by Gordon McCulloch (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Our reading this morning are: Acts 2:14a,22-32 1 Peter 1:3-9 John 20:19-31 Psalm ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal

Una Nueva Versión De La Historia De "Doubting Thomas".

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 26, 2017

Sin embargo, usted mira esta historia, el énfasis siempre aparece a Thomas o nosotros dudando, sugiriendo que nos falta fe. No todo tiene que ver con nosotros; Dios tiene un papel en nuestra fe y debemos dejarlo trabajar a través de nosotros. Simplemente

Este sermón fue entregado a la congregación en Holy Trinity, en Ayr, Ayrshire, Escocia el 23 de abril de 2017: por Gordon McCulloch, (una Iglesia episcopal escocesa en las diócesis de Glasgow y Dumfries). Hechos 2: 14a, 22-32 1 Pedro 1: 3-9 Juan 20: 19-31 Salmo 16Hechos 2: 14a, 22-32 1 Pedro 1: ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Episcopal

Standing Firm Through Doubt Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 24, 2019

A short series on using our faith to help us Stand Firm

Stand Firm in Doubt May 26, 2019 For many people, a major stumbling block to faith in Jesus is that it means you have to believe Jesus rose from the dead. If you’ve been a believer for a long time, that may sound absurd, “of course He rose from the dead.” You may take it as a fact, but if you ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29, Hebrews 11:1, Mark 9:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

3 Keys For Overcoming Doubt

Contributed by Chris Miller on May 27, 2019

Many Christians experience seasons of doubt, and Scripture offers three keys to conquer doubts.

Read Matthew 11:1-15. Also see Luke 7:18-22 Introduction One of the world’s most loved comic strips is Hagar the Horrible. In one strip, we see Hagar kneeling in prayer, “It is not easy to believe in you God. We never see you. How come you never show yourself?” Next we see: • A flower springing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-15, Luke 7:18-22, John 20:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John 20:24-31 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jun 4, 2019

I just can't believe it! Ever said that? That was a common response by those to whom Jesus appeared after his resurrection and it's still a rather common response by many today. Don't be surprised! Be ready!

“I can’t believe it!” Something extraordinary, something unusual, something unexpected happens and we exclaim, “I can’t believe it!” “I can’t believe its snowing…again!” “I can’t believe they actually won the game!” “I can’t believe I passed the test.” “I can’t believe I got the job!” “I ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kevin Johnson on Jun 4, 2019

In this teaching, we look at what faith IS and what it is NOT.

Last week we started a new teaching series we entitled, “Faith: the currency of Heaven”. We said that just as the dollar is the standard of currency for doing business in this country, so it is that faith is the currency of Heaven. If we are going to do business with God, and receive all that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Mark 11:23, Mark 11:24, John 20:24-29, Romans 4:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Midst Of Our Struggles

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019

Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

In The Midst Of Our Struggles

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2019

Following Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples hid within the Upper Room, fearful of the Jews and uncertain of their future. In their time of need, Jesus came, standing their midst, while speaking to their situation. I am thankful He remains in the midst of our struggles as well.

In the midst of our Struggles John 20: 19-29 As believers, we are aware that Jesus will never leave us, nor will He ever forsake us. Those who have been saved by His grace are indwelt with the Holy Spirit. He is our constant companion and guide. While we may not always be aware of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Faith Of Thomas

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

Thomas should not be condemned or even criticized for his insistence upon empirical evidence. Thomas provides an exemplary modal from which we can learn more about the nature of convincing faith.

(If you have found this sermon useful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info.) When we think of the Apostle Thomas, we sometimes think of him in a somewhat negative light. The event involving Thomas in John 20:19-31 has given rise to the phrase, “Don’t be ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Revives A Doubting Disciple’s Faith Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 29, 2018

Thomas gets a bad rap, receiving the name of "Doubting Thomas." This sermon examines Thomas's bout with doubt and how we can learn from his experience.

Jesus Revives a Doubting Disciple’s Faith Sermon #4 in After Easter Series: Close Encounters with the Risen Lord Chuck Sligh April 29, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to John ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Bridegroom Gives An Abundance Of New Wine

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 7, 2021

To those who love him, the Bridegroom gives this promise: his great marriage feast is coming! At that feast there won’t ever be the disappointment that it’s coming to an end, that the joy is running out, but there will be blessedness unending.

When you meet someone new, it can take a while to get to know them. Maybe you’re starting at high school or university, and you’re meeting all kinds of people for the first time. Or you just gained a few new colleagues at work. Well, it’ll take a while to get acquainted. You chat together on and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 20:24-31, Joel 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Peace Be With You!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 9, 2020

Jesus encourages believers with the blessing: "Peace be with you!" We will want to believe what Jesus tells us. We will rejoice when Jesus shows us his peace.

“PEACE BE WITH YOU!” (Outline) April 19, 2020 - Easter 2 - JOHN 20:19-31 INTRO.: Everyone likes gifts. We seldom deserve to be given a gift. The giver gives gift freely. Our loving, heavenly Father is the only One who gives us good and perfect gifts. The Lord God of Armies is the only ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Thomas The Doubter Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 18, 2021

Thomas got tagged as the doubter because of his one experience. On this basis he gained a reputation as if he was a skeptic. The fact is we have as much evidence on record as we need to call him Thomas the dedicated defender.

Sometimes popular ideas about biblical characters are so accepted that one is compelled to go along with them almost as if they were inspired, but they are often arbitrary and superficial. No one ever calls John the Baptist John the doubter, yet his experience of doubt was far more serious than ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Struggling To Believe Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 19, 2021

Each Christian has likely struggled with doubts at one time or another. God's Word is given not only to reveal the Father, but to encourage us that we are accepted in the Beloved Son as we believe Him.

“Thomas, one of the twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, ‘We have seen the Lord.’ But he said to them, ‘Unless I see in his hands the mark of the nails, and place my finger into the mark of the nails, and place my hand into his side, I will ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist