Message Outline

1. Thomas

2. Jesus

3. The Disciples

4. Patience

5. Resurrection and Patience

Next Steps

1. Reflect on a time you had to be patient. Write about it or talk about it with someone.

2. Identify how God was working in that time.

3. Be encouraged, knowing you saw the Lord.

Growth Group / Personal Prayer Prompts
Church
In the last month, StoneBridge received and welcomed twelve new members. In the last quarter, StoneBridge baptized three children. Prayers of thanksgiving for the newest additions to our faith family. By the power and presence of the Holy Spirit, please pray that our community continues to be attracting and welcoming to our newest visitors and families.

Regional
Please pray, not only for fire victims, but for all the social systems, city workers, local government, insurance workers, and other bureaucracies providing support, recovery and pathways forward.

National
Pray for national wisdom, stability, and peace.

Growth Group / Personal Reflection Questions

1. Considering Thomas's absence during Jesus' first appearance and his subsequent declaration of faith when reunited with the disciples, what role does community play in strengthening faith?

2. How did Jesus address Thomas's doubts, and what does this reveal about His approach to those who struggle with belief?

3. What is the significance of Jesus saying, "Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed" (John 20:29), and how does this apply to believers today?

4. How patient are you? Does patience come easily to you? Why or why not?

5. How patient is the culture around us?

6. Why is patience important?

7. How can believing in the resurrection cultivate patience in you?

8. How can being patient help you see the Lord?

Worship Song List
1. Your Love Awakens Me by Phil Wickham
2. I Will Look Up by Elevation Worship
3. Christ Be Magnified by Cody Carnes
4. Be Still My Soul by Pat Barrett
5. The First and The Last by Hillsong Worship