Jesus appeared to His disciples in a locked room! “Peace be with you,” He said. They were so happy!
But Thomas wasn't there. He said, “I won't believe it unless I see Jesus and touch the nail marks in His hands.”
A week later, Jesus came again and said, “Thomas, touch my hands. Believe!” Thomas said, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said, “Happy are people who believe without seeing me.”
Key Verse
Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.John 20:29, ESV
Talk About It
Is it okay to have questions about Jesus?
Story Questions
Who wasn't there the first time Jesus appeared?
Thomas
What did Thomas say he needed to believe?
To see and touch Jesus' hands
What did Thomas say when he saw Jesus?
My Lord and my God!
Try This Today
Close your eyes and say, “Jesus, I haven't seen you, but I believe!”
Pray Together
My Lord and my God! I believe in you, even though I haven't seen you. Amen.