“On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!””
John 20:19 NIV
“A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.””
John 20:26-27
The doors were locked. This is the second time in this chapter that John mentions the doors were locked yet Jesus suddenly appeared in bodily form. Why was it so important for the Bible to mention the locked doors twice? And both times the locked doors were unable to keep Jesus out.
What is even more astounding is that the locked doors did not keep Jesus out even in the face of Thomas’ doubts. Jesus could have left Thomas in a state of disbelief...but He didn’t. He came through locked doors and stood in the midst of unbelief.
I don’t know about you, but this fills me with hope.
I can confidently go forth proclaiming the life-saving truth of Jesus risen and His followers forgiven...and no locked door or lack of faith will prevent the possibility of salvation.
God’s timing is perfect. I needed to hear this today.
So encouraging! Thank you, Vicky!
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