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hands and feet, and had eaten before them,
they believed and were comforted. Faith and
joy now took the place of unbelief, and with
feelings which no words could express, they
acknowledged their risen Saviour.
At this meeting, Thomas was not with them.
He refused to believe the reports in regard to
the resurrection. But after eight days Jesus
appeared to the disciples when Thomas was
present.
On this occasion He again showed in His
hands and feet the marks of the crucifixion.
Thomas was at once convinced, and cried,
“My Lord and my God.” John 20:28.
In the upper chamber, Christ again explained
the Scriptures concerning Himself. Then He
told His disciples that repentance and
forgiveness of sins should be preached in His
name among all nations, beginning at
Jerusalem.
