On the evening of Jesus’ resurrection, the disciples gathered behind locked doors in fear of the Jewish leaders. Suddenly, Jesus appeared among them, declaring, “Peace be with you.” He showed them His hands and side as proof of His resurrection, bringing them great joy. Jesus then commissioned them, saying, “As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you,” and breathed on them, symbolizing the coming Holy Spirit who would empower them for ministry. This moment affirmed their calling to continue His mission, with the authority to proclaim the forgiveness of sins through the gospel. But Thomas was not with them; he needed proof. The resurrected Christ would appear again, and Thomas would say, “My Lord and my God.”
