Going Deeper
With Christ Episcopal Church

From Doubt to Faith


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From Doubt to Faith

John 20:19-31


The sermon reflects on the Gospel story of Jesus’ resurrection appearance to the disciples, especially the encounter with Thomas, often remembered as “Doubting Thomas.” The preacher shares how Thomas’ desire for concrete proof resonates with human nature: a need for clarity and certainty when faced with mystery. Yet Jesus meets Thomas in his doubt, offering tangible evidence and inviting him into deeper belief, emphasizing that seeking understanding is part of faith.


The preacher, David Sisson, shares his personal journey from a Baptist background into the Episcopal tradition, describing the unexpected richness he found in Scripture reading, prayer, and liturgy. Despite initial skepticism, he found a new spiritual home, learning that traditions different from his own could be deeply rooted in love for God and neighbor, guided by Scriptures like Micah 6:8 and Matthew 22:37-40. His reflections show how common Christian foundations—justice, kindness, humility, and love—cross denominational lines.


Finally, the message highlights that doubt is not the enemy of faith; rather, persistent, honest questioning can lead to stronger belief. Like Thomas, we may struggle with uncertainty, but Christ graciously meets us where we are, calling us from doubt into conviction. The sermon ends with an encouraging reminder that Jesus always comes to meet our needs, helping us grow into a living faith that declares, “My Lord and my God.”


Scripture quotations are from New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright © 1989 National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

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