Commons Church Podcast Doubting Thomas Deserves an Apology - Jeremy Duncan
Sep 8, 2025
Is Doubting Thomas really deserving of that label? This discussion dives into why nicknames in the Bible matter and what Thomas' name, 'The Twin,' means. It reveals how his doubts can reflect our own struggles with faith. Rather than seeing doubt as the opposite of faith, the conversation illustrates how both can coexist. It emphasizes trust, risk, and the courage to follow Jesus, even amid uncertainty. A refreshing look at how questions and doubts can shape a strong spiritual journey.
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Childlike Leap Into Trust
- Jeremy shares how his five-year-old daughter leaps into his arms without doubt.
- He contrasts her fearless trust with his own history of learning from failures.
Thomas Literally Means 'Twin'
- The Gospel labels Thomas as 'the Twin' in both Aramaic and Greek.
- Jeremy highlights that Thomas' name literally means 'twin' and invites symbolic readings.
Thomas As Every Believer's Mirror
- Early Christian writers read Thomas as representative of every believer.
- Jeremy cites Origen, Ephraim, Augustine and modern scholars calling Thomas the twin of believers.
