Evidence of God
Since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made. Romans 1:20 (NKJV)
How do we know God exists and has created all this for us? Think about it! We are always searching for the truth which sometimes leads us to the wrong conclusions. Before earth, what was here? Max Lucado (Praying the Promises) has some interesting thoughts about God and knowing Him.
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Everything in creation gives evidence of God’s existence. The intricacy of snowflakes, the roar of a thunderstorm, the precision of a honeybee, the bubbling of a cool mountain stream. These miracles and a million more give testimony to the existence of a brilliant, wise, and tireless God (Psalm 19:1-4). The facts lead to a wonderful conclusion. God is…and God is knowable.
He has not hidden himself, but rather the opposite: he promises success to all who search for him. We can know God; we can know his heart, his joy, his passion, his plan, and his sorrows. Of course, we will never know him entirely. God is knowable, but he is incomprehensible (Isaiah 55:8-9). Our pursuit of him must be marked by humility. We will never know everything about God.
But that isn’t meant to discourage us. The mark of a saint is that he or she is growing in the knowledge of God. Our highest pursuit is the pursuit of our Maker. And he will make himself known to all who seek him.
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I have often told seekers that they have nothing to lose if this is all a made-up story or hoax but they have everything to lose if it is true and they refuse to accept it. When we consider all the evidence before us, there is no other logical explanation than a loving God who goes out of His way to show us His Way.
God of Creation, we praise Your holy name for who You are—not only for what You’ve done for us. So many times, we forget to thank You for creating this for us. Thank You for the beauty that surrounds us. Help us to recognize You and see Your handprint on this world and on us. AMEN.