In John 20:19-31, Jesus appeared to his disciples twice, once to commission and equip them and a second time to show himself to Thomas. In response to seeing Jesus, Thomas made an astounding declaration about Jesus, calling him “my Lord and my God!” After this declaration, the author spelled out his purpose in writing this book: for you to believe.
In a second vision, Daniel saw into the future when the Jews would need to remain faithful under terrible persecution.
Jesus fulfilled the entire Old Testament by suffering, rising from the dead, and having forgiveness preached to all the nations.
The feast was over. The water and light show has dazzled the crowds. Jesus had offered living water to quench our thirst and added...