Faith in the Midst of Doubt: Lessons from John the Baptist

📖 Introduction

Faith and doubt often live side by side in the hearts of believers. Even the greatest among us, like John the Baptist, experienced moments of questioning and uncertainty. Sentenced to prison for his steadfast proclamation of the coming Messiah, John wrestled with doubts and sought reassurance from Jesus Himself. Matthew 11:1–6 reveals a profound dialogue not only between two friends but between doubt and faith.

This seven-day study invites you to journey into the Gospels with John’s story as a prism for exploring the reality of doubt within faith. As you reflect on John’s questions and Jesus’s responses, you will discover that doubt is not a sign of weak faith but a pathway toward deeper trust.

We will unpack themes of hope, expectation, identity, and encouragement that emerge from this biblical episode and related scriptures. This study encourages believers who struggle with uncertainty to cling to the evidence of God’s work and promises—just as Jesus directed John to do.

Let this study inspire you to embrace your questions, find encouragement in God’s faithfulness, and grow in vibrant faith that perseveres beyond doubt. Welcome to a thoughtful exploration of the Gospels centered on the powerful encounter between John the Baptist and Jesus in Matthew 11:1–6.