Doubted Quote by Rob Bell
““Which leads to another question: When Matthew tells us that some of Jesus’s followers doubted, does this undermine the story, or is this the exact kind of honesty that reflects how people actually are? When each of the Gospel writers includes the part about the women being witnesses, why risk it? What a strange thing to include knowing it would discredit their story, unless women actually were the first witnesses.””
About This Quote
Source Podcast: The Rob Bell Show, episode on Gospel narratives
Questioning doubts about Jesus’ followers and women witnesses challenges traditional credibility but may demonstrate authentic honesty about early Christian experiences.
In simple terms: Doubts and women witnesses in the Gospels show honesty, not weakness.
Key Takeaway
Embrace honest complexities in faith stories.
Themes
faith
history
gender
honesty
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theological
historical
When to use this quote
- church study
- academic discussion
- personal belief exploration
Key Concepts
historical criticism
theology
narrative trust
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we fear uncomfortable truths?
- How does acknowledging women’s roles reshape belief?
A Different Perspective
Some argue focusing on doubts undermines faith rather than strengthens it.
