How Do I Know God is Real?
The Free Newsletter.
Friend, what would you say if someone asked, “How do you know God is Real?” Knowing how to respond to such a question can be overwhelming. You may find you do not know where to begin.
In most situations, it’s probably best to have a short answer you can pull from memory, and maybe a Scripture or two to back it up. I hope this edition of The Free Newsletter gives you ideas on where to begin.
The stage is set in Genesis 1.1. In this first verse of the Bible, we learn the foundation for how it all began—and who God is.
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. Genesis 1.1-2 (NIV)
The Maker and Creator of the earth created it all. Light, water, sky, vegetation, fish, birds, animals. Then, He made man and woman.
I have heard it said that the stars in space equal the grains of sand on the seashore. Still, some say there is no God and that all of this happened because of evolution in the stratosphere, or something of the sort.
In all truth, I have never questioned the Creator of this magnificent world we live in. I’ve never needed to do so. But the question remains, “How do I know God is real?”
Students of the Word know the proof is there. God’s plan was one of order and quite scientific. Creation came into existence because of the Designer’s order and strategy—not a “big bang”.
His creation was not random, and neither is the moral compass of the world. Throughout the Bible, we find our sense of right and wrong. And we find love. God is love and He created love. He placed in each of us a need to be loved and to know Love.
How do I know God is real?
He is real because I can feel Him in my everyday life. His presence rushes in and permeates both my physical and spiritual being when I pause, pray, or simply call on the name of Jesus.
It is the mystery of mysteries—the Maker of the world cares to make His home in us, allowing us to sense His presence in a real and personal way.
You see, not only is God the Maker and Creator of all things, but nothing is too hard for Him (Gen. 18.14).
Our God is a forgiving God. He is merciful and, in His mercy, has given us plain instructions for how we should live. He is a good Father who gives us what we need. He is faithful, righteous, and just. (Num. 14.17-20; Deut. 27.15-26; Psalm 34.9-10; Psalm 36.5-8)
Likewise, he is a holy God, unable to tolerate sin—yet, He provided a way for us to come into right relationship with Him. It is only through His Son, Jesus—the Way, the Truth, and the Life—that we can come to the Father. (Psalm 99.5; John 14.5-6)
He graces my life as I read and meditate on His Word. This is possible because the God of the universe is The Word. It is a living Word that God breathed into the hearts and minds of those who pinned the Scriptures thousands of years ago.
When we read His Word, today, He breathes new life into us—bringing revelation, encouragement, strength, and renewed belief in whom He says He is.
This Maker and Creator of the universe is the one true, living God. He is the great I Am. Our God is Alpha and Omega—Beginning and End. He is omnipresent, meaning He is always everywhere. (Jer. 10.10; Exo. 3.14; Rev. 21.6; Psalm 33.13-14)
But, how do I know He is real?
He has chosen to make His home in me. All the Scripture and religious rhetoric fall short—until you sense this revelation. And if you have not experienced this assurance and peace, you can, today.
Thank you for sharing!