But the word doubt does not appear in our Gospel today – go back to the English translation read in Catholic Masses today (from the New American Bible), and see for yourself. In the Gospel of Matthew, doubt or distazo does appear, but it cannot distance Jesus from us. Jesus asks Peter, “Why did you doubt?” But this does not stop Jesus from reaching out to him and taking his hand. In the face of their doubt, Jesus still commissions them, “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations… and behold, I am with you always….” Doubt cannot keep Jesus away. Thomas does not really doubt; instead, he just refuses to believe.

Source: Philippine Star April 27, 2019 15:39 UTC