Mar 21 - "Proof"

Mark 9:2-13
"Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. Then Peter said to Jesus, 'Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.' He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, 'This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him!' Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them any more, but only Jesus."
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What proof do you have the God exists? Do you have evidence that Christ walked on the Earth over 2000 years ago? Can you unequivocally prove that the Holy Spirit works in the world yet today?

Throughout the Bible, we see many occasions where God takes a visible role in situations where He was executing against His divine plan. Countless times, we see Him talking with people directly; Adam and Eve, Noah, Moses and many others all had a direct connection to God. During these times, there is no doubt in their minds that He exists and is all He says He is. In today's reading, we see that direct connection once again. Even though Christ was performing miracles on a seemingly daily basis in full view of His disciples, this is the first evidence they have proof that He is really who He says He is. God's voice booms down from heaven, telling them flat out that Jesus is His son and that they should listen to Him.

I think all of us want proof. We live in a cynical time with so much information and misinformation surrounding us, is it easier when we can see direct, incontrovertible evidence that the thing we are supposed to believe is actually true. When it comes to God, I am sure there are moments when it would be much easier if God would just come right out and show us that He is the Lord and that He is in control.

There have been many times in my life where I asked God to please, please show me that He is there; I have pleaded, "Lord, give me a sign. Show me that You are real. I feel so weak in my faith. Knowing that You are there will secure my belief." The good news is that when we ask, God delivers. When these times of dryness have come, the usual issue is that I am not looking in the right place for the proof. Have I seen proof today, yesterday that God exists?

Absolutely.

Last night, my sister started the next part of her life as Mrs. Rosen. The love which permeated the entire day yesterday is proof. I know God exists and He is with us. Hugs, kisses, laughter, tears of great and profound joy. I know God exists and He is with us. Dancing with my wife, my daughters, my nieces and nephews is proof. I know God exists and He is with us. Sharing words with family, commenting on the joy which surrounded us is proof. I know God exists and He is with us.

So, realize it is OK to ask for proof. Our souls thirst after God and part of this thirst is quenched when we know in our hearts that He is real. But, dear friends, be open to the way this proof may come. The evidence of His existence is around us all the time. We may just need to change our perspective or look in a different direction in order to see it.