Dr. Toby B. Holt
Dr. Toby B. Holt
John: Of Scars And Skeptics
John: Of Scars And Skeptics
John: Of Scars And Skeptics
Tuesday 26th August 2025
Explore Doubting Thomas's journey from skepticism to faith with Dr. Toby B. Holt in this thought-provoking episode.
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Episode Overview
- Skepticism can protect us from deception but isn't always beneficial for spiritual growth.
- Thomas had all the evidence needed to believe without seeing Jesus's scars.
- Jesus's patience and grace addressed Thomas's doubts directly.
- Belief without physical evidence is encouraged.
- Consider how your faith translates into action.
"Thomas did not have to see Jesus to believe, but he did have to see a resurrected Jesus to be an apostle."
In the latest episode of 'Addiction', Dr. Toby B. Holt explores the intriguing story of Doubting Thomas, a figure often misunderstood in biblical narratives. You might wonder why skepticism is frowned upon when it can be a useful tool in avoiding scams and bad decisions. Dr. Holt challenges this notion by examining Thomas's doubts about Jesus's resurrection. While skepticism can protect us from deception, it's not always conducive to spiritual growth.
Thomas, despite being a devoted follower of Jesus, found himself doubting the resurrection claims made by his fellow apostles. His skepticism wasn't born out of disbelief but rather a need for concrete evidence before accepting such a miraculous event. The episode takes you through Thomas's journey from doubt to faith, highlighting how he had all the evidence needed to believe without seeing Jesus's scars. Dr.
Holt uses humour and relatable anecdotes to illustrate how we often demand more proof than necessary, akin to asking for evidence from a Nigerian prince promising riches. The narrative encourages reflection on whether our doubts are rational or simply a defence mechanism against appearing foolish. Dr. Holt paints a picture of Jesus's patience and grace as he addresses Thomas's doubts directly, inviting him to touch his wounds as proof of his resurrection.
This moment not only affirms Thomas's faith but also sets a precedent for belief without physical evidence. The episode concludes with a call to action – if you have faith, how does it translate into action? Dr. Holt prompts you to consider the impact of your beliefs on your daily life. This episode is an enlightening exploration of faith, doubt, and the evidence that surrounds us.
It might just make you rethink how skepticism plays a role in your spiritual journey.