John 20 19-31

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“doubts”

John 20: 19-31

Introduction:

I.          Thomas Doubted

A.        We ridicule him, but he makes sense, common sense -- a dead man is alive...I saw him die, I saw him buried.

B.        Experience of the world is in his favor

C.        He challenges God -- Unless I see

II.        Jesus Overcomes Doubt

A.        Still comes to Thomas.  He is not rejected

B.        Jesus meets his challenge.  Put your hands here

C.        Third supporting detail or information for the sub-topic

III.       The third sub-topic

A.        Jesus speaks His life giving Word.  It is powerful and life giving.  Through it comes faith.  The order -- do not be unbelieving...believe.

B.        The result is a confession of faith.  “My Lord and my God”.

            C.        Third supporting detail or information for the sub-topic

Conclusion: