In this Sunday School Remix episode, Pastor Nate revisits one of the most misunderstood disciples in the Bible. The story of Thomas (John 20:19-31) is often used as a warning about doubt—but what if it’s actually a story about trauma, fairness, and Jesus meeting people exactly where they are?

Through fresh storytelling and historical context, this episode reframes Thomas not as weak in faith, but deeply human. After witnessing the brutal crucifixion of Jesus, Thomas isn’t asking for proof out of stubbornness—he’s asking for healing.

This episode explores:

Why Thomas gets an unfair reputation

How trauma shapes faith and belief

What it means that Jesus comes back just for one person

Why doubt, questions, and locked doors are not barriers for Jesus

How this story speaks to anyone who has ever felt left out, unsure, or behind in their faith

If you’ve ever thought, “I wish my faith felt easier,” or “Why don’t I experience God the way others do?”—this episode is for you.

Sunday school was just the beginning. Faith is still unfolding.

00:00 – Intro: What If Thomas Was Just Having a Bad Week?

01:05 – Why Pastors Always Preach This Text

02:10 – Why Thomas Wasn’t There

03:00 – Roman Crucifixion & Trauma

04:45 – Why Doubt Makes Sense

06:15 – From “Doubting” to Honest Thomas

07:30 – Jesus Comes Back for the One

09:00 – Jesus, the God of Locked Doors

10:45 – Breaking the Fourth Wall in John’s Gospel

12:15 – What This Story Asks of Us Today

13:30 – Closing: Sunday School Was Just the Beginning