Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.”
Jesus turned directly to Thomas, singling him out from the others and thus giving the impression He had made this appearance just for Thomas’ sake. Note that the test Jesus offers Thomas is exactly what Thomas had previously demanded before the other disciples. How did Jesus know what Thomas had said?
The words of Jesus carry an implied rebuke and yet Jesus does give into the demands of Thomas. He truly is the Good Shepherd, caring for His sheep and giving us an example to follow (Eze 34:16, Matt 12:20, Rom 15:1-2).
Ezekiel 34:16 I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice.
Matthew 12:20 A bruised reed he will not break, and a smouldering wick he will not snuff out, till he leads justice to victory.
Romans 15:1-2 We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. Each of us should please his neighbour for his good, to build him up.
It would do us well to heed the warning Christ gives Thomas, “Stop doubting and believe.”