Thomas' Doubt and Faith
John 11:16
Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, to his fellow disciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.


I. HIS DOUBT —

1. As to the victory of life.

2. As to the way to heaven (chap. John 14).

3. As to the certainty of the Resurrection (chap. John 20).

II. HIS FAITH.

1. Prepared by his ardent love to Jesus and the brethren (chap. John 11).

2. Introduced by his longing desire for a higher disclosure (chap. John 14).

3. Decided by his joy at the manifestation of the Risen One (chap. John 20).

(W. H. Van Doren, D. D.)

Let us also go that we may die with Him.

1. Let us with Jesus go.

2. Let us with Jesus suffer.

3. Let us with Jesus die.

4. Let us with Jesus live.

(J. P. Lange, D. D.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, unto his fellowdisciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.

WEB: Thomas therefore, who is called Didymus, said to his fellow disciples, "Let's go also, that we may die with him."




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