How we do know Thomas? We all know him as Doubting Thomas, because he had the nerve to wonder if a man could really rise from the dead. I still think he got a raw deal and should be known as 'Thomas, we should go and die with him,' because he's the one willing to follow Jesus even though everyone in Judea is ready to kill Jesus. Many people get known by their worst moments, even though they have many great moments. Here's your reminder that even the disciples had some rough moments, but that didn't separate them from fellowship with Jesus Christ.
There's an old saying that God is never late, always on time, but it's curious to me that when Jesus heard Lazarus was ill, he then stayed two more days. Remember, this, too -- Lazarus was dying, but God knew exactly what was happening. God's decision not to intervene wasn't done because God didn't notice, but it was an intentional decision made with a long-term view in mind. Lazarus died, and was later raised, for the glory of God. May all of our lives serve the same purpose, to bring glory to God, even in the lowest moments, when we wonder where and how God is at work.
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