Believing Without Seeing: The Peace and Power of the Risen Christ

In this sermon, we’ll explore

• The risen Christ appears — Jesus meets His fearful disciples with peace, breathes on them the Spirit, and sends them out with His mission. Thomas’ response, “My Lord and my God,” stands as a powerful declaration of His divinity.

• The blessing of belief — True blessedness isn’t about what we see or possess but about God’s favor toward those who trust in Christ. John reminds us that his Gospel was written "so that we may believe and have life in His name."

• Living out our faith — Belief in Jesus shapes our daily worship: loving our neighbors, practicing hospitality, honoring marriage, caring for the vulnerable, and living with generosity and gratitude.