Sermons on Yochanan 20:23:

Beyond A Reasonable Doubt

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 19, 2023

At first the disciples doubted. But when faced with the evidence, they weighed it, tested it, and then acted upon it. Their verdict has stood the test of time. And the grounds on which they stood are the same grounds upon which we can stand.

Why do you suppose is it that, faced with the same data, some people interpret it one way and some people interpret it another? You have only to look at the George Floyd riots – and the other ones later that year - to know that. Not even exhaustive investigations convince people whose minds are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Doubting Thomas In Us

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 24, 2021

In this passage .... Thomas ... is struggling with his lack of faith. .... I want you to think about how the Gospel of John mentions Thomas in three different ways, Thomas the courageous believer, Thomas the inquisitive and Thomas the doubter.

THE DOUBTING THOMAS IN US (Easter season) Text: John 20:19-31 John 20:19-31  When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and the doors of the house where the disciples had met were locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, "Peace be with ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

The Illusions Of Modern Society And The Gospel

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

Let's look at the illusions and presuppositions within the culture around us, and ourselves. Then we'll look at the cultural progression, media movements, and the gospel's power to transform cultures.

"If we as Christians do not speak out as authoritarian governments grow from within or come from outside, eventually we or our children will be the enemy of society and the state. No truly authoritarian government can tolerate those who have a real absolute by which to judge its arbitrary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, John 20:19-23

Denomination: Salvation Army

Believing What We Haven’t Seen Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 10, 2022

This sermon focuses on the Apostle known as "Doubting Thomas" and the role of faith without seeing in the life of a believer today.

A little trivia question for you old rockers out there. How many of you recognize the name Alice Cooper? Alice Cooper was a rocker from the 70s and part of the band that goes by the same name, Alice Cooper. It is hard to believe that Alice Cooper is 64 years old. I actually have a picture of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:18, John 20:19-31

Denomination: Christian Church

Doubting Thomas Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 17, 2021

Just like Thomas, our doubt can show how close we are to God; we can be transformed by Jesus in our doubt.

INTRODUCTION • Today we will conclude our four-week series concerning the issue of dealing with doubt. • We have covered the fact that we can go through seasons of doubt; and that our expectations can lead to doubt. • Last week we examined how we can struggle to believe because what we see in ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Between Faith And Uncertainty

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 12, 2021

A sermon for the second Sunday of Easter, Year B

April 11, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church John 20:19-31 Between Faith and Uncertainty Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Every year on the first Sunday after Easter, we hear the story about Thomas. Poor Thomas! He’s really gotten a ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Day Of Pentecost - The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit At The Moment Of Salvation

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 15, 2021

There are significant denominational distinctives about what happened on the Day of Pentecost, which has polarized the body of Christ. This message is intended to find common ground from the Scriptures for those on every side of the isle.

“When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, John 20:22-23, Romans 8:11, Ephesians 5:18, Acts 13:52, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Timothy 2:15, Hebrews 13:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Peace

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Apr 17, 2021

There are all sorts of things around us that can put worry into our lives. Whatever it is in our lives today, God has a plan to restore our peace.

Opening and Introduction Our Gospel lesson today starts with words that set the tone for todays’ message. It starts with, “the doors were locked for fear of the Jews” (John 20:19, ESV). Fear is something that’s been around us for this past year as we all had to adjust to a virus run rampant ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

A Lockdown Encouragement!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 14, 2021

We in Fiji are heading into another term of lockdown as the nation try and defeat the latest arrival of Covid-19. This is a short message of encouragement.

I want to encourage you at this time of lockdown, with a short message, that you, that we are not alone in this. Next Sunday the 23rd of May is Pentecost Sunday and my thoughts have been with those disciples gathered in one place and the arrival of the Holy Spirit. But earlier in Johns gospel we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23, Genesis 2:8, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, John 1:18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Come Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on May 15, 2021

PENTECOST SUNDAY

Come Holy Spirit Scripture: Acts 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 5:16-25, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27, John 16:12-15. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, Today, let us take the gospel according to Saint John (John 20:19-23) on the day of the Pentecost ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 5:16-25, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27, John 16:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Ven, Espíritu Santo

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on May 15, 2021

Domingo de Pentecostés

Ven, espíritu santo Sagrada Escritura: Hechos 2:1-1, 1 Corintios 12:3-7, 1 Corintios 12:12-13, Gal atians 5:16-25, J oh n 20:19-23, J oh n 15:26-27, Juan 16:12-15. Reflexión Mis queridos hermanos y hermanas, Hoy, tomemos el evangelio según San Juan (Juan 20:19-23) en ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 5:16-25, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27, John 16:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Halika Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on May 15, 2021

PENTECOSTING Linggo

Halika Holy Spirit Banal na kasulatan: Gawa 2:1-11, 1 Corinto 12:3-7, 1 Corinto 12:12-13, Gal atians 5:16-25, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27, Juan 16:12-15. Pagninilay Mahal kong mga kapatid na babae, Ngayon, kunin natin ang ebanghelyo ayon kay Saint John (Juan 20:19-23) sa araw ng ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 5:16-25, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27, John 16:12-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Breathe On Me

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 11, 2022

What can the presence of Jesus bring into our lives? What happens when we allow Jesus' presence to come into our hearts, our minds and our souls? Let's look at what Jesus did for these disciples and discover what He can do for all of us this morning.

Title: Breathe On Me Scripture: John 20:19-24; Revelation 1:4-8; Psalm 107:1-9;33-43 Summary: What happens when Jesus is in the midst of His disciples? If we allow Jesus to come into our midst, we shall be filled with peace, stability, joy, forgiveness and the Holy Spirit. INTRO: Grace ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-24, Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Nazarene

It's Go Time (John 20:19-23) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

Jesus gives us peace, and sends us out with the Holy Spirit, empowered to forgive sins.

Let's start by reading last week's passage, John 20:1-18: (1) Now, on the first day of the week, Mary the Magdalene comes early in the morning, dark still being, to the tomb, and she sees the stone having been taken away from the tomb. (2) Then, she runs and she comes to Simon Peter and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Easter "messiah" Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 17, 2022

We have been exploring the names of Jesus over this Easter season and today we are going to look at Jesus as “Messiah.” The name Messiah = Christ = King = Anointed One! A name of Jesus packed with meaning and mission, purpose and the Love of God! All verified on Resurrection Sunday.

Video Transition: Life of Jesus from Son of God movie clip Series: Life of Jesus Thesis: We have been exploring the names of Jesus over this Easter season and today we are going to look at Jesus as “Messiah.” The name Messiah = Christ = King = Anointed One! A name of Jesus packed with meaning and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-30, John 1:41, John 3:16, John 4:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational