Saturday, May 1, 1999
Saturday, May 1, 1999
Thomas answered him, "My Lord and my God!"
Blessed are the believers. We are not talking about the
smugly self-righteous or about the pious pontificators who spout
off answers to questions no one is even asking. We are talking
about people who have come to grips with their doubts in an
honest and forthright way and have made a commitment of their
will to trust in the care and providence of God.
They are indeed the blessed of this earth. They are
healthier, happier, and generally more effective in relating to
others than are the doubters and the cynics. It is they who move
the world forward, for there is power in believing--more power
than the unbeliever can ever know. Part of that power is the
power of vision--for truly if seeing is believing, the converse
is equally as true. Believing is seeing--seeing possibilities and
promises that bode good fortune for all who perceive their
presence. So, I say it again, blessed are the believers.
Ronald Newhouse, Texas, USA
(John 20:28
NRSV)
In John's Gospel we focus on Thomas' doubts and we say, "Yes, I can identify with
that." And we miss the punch line. We miss the important part. We
miss the words of the Master. Jesus said to Thomas, "Have you
believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not
seen and yet believe."
Prayer: God of all, forgive me in my unbelief, and bless me in my belief. Amen.
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