Read John 20:24-31. Key Verse: Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe." (v. 29)
You and I as believers are blessed by Jesus, for we came to faith without having seen the physical Jesus. There are still many "Thomases" who demand proof so that they may come to faith. They will be waiting a long time. You and I have seen the physical work of Jesus in loving acts, kind words, passionate sermons, answered prayers, the works and beauty of nature; such are the blessings Jesus spoke of.
The Church is the physical presence of Jesus in the world today. We serve as the hands, feet, lips, and heart of Jesus even to those who demand "to see" Jesus. Our task is ever before us and Christ is ever with us!
PRAYER: Blessed God, pour out Your strength upon Your Church to awaken us to truly be Christ for the world. In Jesus we pray, amen.
