In this sermon titled “Knowing for Yourself” from John 20, Jesse Lockhart reflects on Thomas, often called “doubting Thomas,” and reframes him not as a skeptic but as someone who desired a personal experience with Christ. Lockhart emphasizes that salvation cannot rest on the testimony of others—it must be encountered individually. He recounts the resurrection appearances of Jesus, the disciples’ joy, and Thomas’ insistence on seeing for himself, drawing parallels to how each believer must personally experience the transforming power of Christ. The message underscores that faith is too serious to rely on secondhand accounts; it is a one‑on‑one encounter with the living Savior that brings assurance and life.  

Location: Whitwell, TN – Fairview Union Church