Question: What was wrong with St. Thomas asking for proof that you resurrected? Is it wrong for us to ask from you to prove the truth of your words?
God’s answer:
Meaning: God presented me with three scenarios:
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Asking because one does not believe in the first place. This is not a good reason. This is one who wants to be convinced they are wrong and thus challenges the truth of the Lord. This was St. Thomas who asked for proof because He did not believe that what Jesus said about his resurrection was true in the first place. It’s the statement” “yah, right”. This is why Jesus said: “You believe because you can see me. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.” (John 20:29)
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Asking because you want to believe but you have not experienced the truth of God’s words or desire some clarification. This is a good reason. This is one who seeks the Lord.
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Asking because you do believe but have not yet experienced the truth of God’s words. This is one who longs to experience the truth so that one can go out and extol the Lord. This is a good reason.
One time, I came across an atheist website that challenged God to directly talk to them and answer the questions they posted on their website. Many of the questions, although sarcastically phrased, God has answered. So I asked God: Should I reply to their questions?
God’s answer:
The whole bible verse states: Do not give what is holy to dogs, or throw your pearls before swine, lest they trample them underfoot, and turn and tear you to pieces. (Matthew 7:6). In this message pearls also refers to pearls of wisdom. His answer explains why He does not “talk” to those who are not genuinely asking.