In John 20:19-31, we learn of Thomas’ disbelief when the other disciples told him Jesus had appeared to them. It wasn’t until Thomas saw and touched Jesus himself that he believed. Maybe we also doubt. Those among us who have been hurt by the church might be convinced that nothing real, good, and true could come from Christianity’s readings and teachings. And maybe we all wonder, yet want to believe. Perhaps we can take some wisdom from the 12-step movement, where people who are doubtful are told to keep the best and leave the rest. We will likely never find physical truth in many of the Christian stories, but we can find spiritual truth. It’s the best!
