In these verses, we read of Thomas, the disciple who announced that he would not believe that Jesus arose, unless he could see and touch His scarred hands and side. Throughout our lives, we have known and referred to him as “Doubting Thomas.” It would have shown much greater faith if his belief had not merely been based on his “earthly vision,” but had been lifted higher, becoming “faith without sight.” We do have to notice one major difference between Thomas and much of today's “complacent church,” and that is his response of repentance. As we read the words of this story, we can see Thomas' humility that caused him to drop to his knees at Jesus' feet, and we “hear” the praise and adoration in his voice as he exclaimed, “My Lord and my God.” This is a repentant heart that truly begins to believe God, and as God promises, this heart will be blessed because of it.
This message and these thoughts are not only for the encouragement of those with young infants, but also those who may have already watched their children grow. It is even for those who have generations of children sitting at their feet, and those also who have no children. In summary, this message of “belief” is for all. We have a God who is able to open our eyes to the vision of Himself, His salvation, and His great presence in our lives, and that is a thought that should lead us to bow...so we pray...“Dear Father in Heaven, we enter Your presence humbly, not standing, but on bended knee. Far too often, we see our lives and circumstances through eyes of simple human eyesight, and Your vast saving and guiding Hand is missed or ignored. We ask that you would fill our hearts with the kind of childlike trust that befits a Father, who, “if His child asks for bread, He will not give him a stone.” Luke 11:11. We praise You for Your true heart and Your great faithfulness, for because of this, we bow. In the Holy Name of our Lord, Amen.
