# John 20:19-31 | Michelle Odinma | April 25, 2026

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Podcast: [Church of the Advent Hope Sermons](https://stenobird.com/podcast/church-of-the-advent-hope-sermons-7704)
Published: 2026-04-25T17:22:29+00:00
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## Resource

An exploration of the transformative power of encountering Jesus through the lens of John 20. The sermon argues that belief in Christ's resurrection necessitates a fundamental change in the believer's identity and life.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Encountering Jesus is not merely an intellectual exercise but a catalyst for total personal transformation
- Main idea: The diverse backgrounds of the disciples—from fishermen to those healed of demons—demonstrate that Christ's impact transcends social status
- Practical takeaway: True belief in the resurrection empowers individuals to walk in 'newness of life' and impact the world around them
- Failure mode: Acquaintance with the stories of Jesus is insufficient; transformation only occurs through active belief
- Historical connection: The lives of figures like John Newton and Harriet Tubman serve as modern evidence of the same transformative power seen in the apostles

## Topics

Resurrection, Christianity, Faith, Bible Study, John 20, Disciples, Transformation, Gospel

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Doubt of Thomas: An examination of Thomas's refusal to believe in the resurrection without physical evidence of Christ's wounds.
- 3:00 — A Personal Encounter: The speaker shares her personal journey of conviction and the impact of hearing the Gospel.
- 5:00 — The Divisive Nature of Christ: Reflecting on how Jesus's presence provokes varied responses: love, hate, doubt, and devotion.
- 10:00 — The Role of Women in Ministry: A look at Mary Magdalene's life, her financial support of the ministry, and her role as a witness to the resurrection.
- 14:00 — The Call of Peter: Analyzing Peter's transition from an ordinary fisherman to a loyal, albeit impulsive, disciple.
- 19:00 — Legacy of Transformation: Connecting the biblical disciples to historical figures like John Newton and Harriet Tubman through the common thread of changed lives.
- 23:00 — Becoming a New Creation: A concluding call to embrace the new identity found in Christ and the power of the resurrection to overcome death.

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