There are a million reasons why I know without a doubt that God exists. And I’m not talking about “because the Bible says so” type stuff.
Take today for example. I’ve been having a rotten week. The doctor discovered a couple things with my health that have resulted in the need to go on a gluten free and low glycemic index diet for the next three to four months. I also have to take some fancy-pants vitamins and supplements that come with a pretty hefty fancy-pants price tag. I’m under strict orders to reduce my stress, but obviously this is only causing more stress.
And, as usual, I was being a baby about the whole thing. Dwelling on the inconvenience rather than being thankful that they found the issues so they could treat them. Negativity is a bad habit I’m trying to kick.
I opened up my mailbox today and found a package from my mom. Inside was one of those removable wall decal things that said “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13”
This was, of course, EXACTLY what I needed to hear. (It was also good to be reminded of the couple of verses that go before this. You know, the ones about being content in all circumstances).
My mom had purchased this before she even knew my week was going to be crummy. And while my mom is pretty awesome and I’m pretty sure she has superpowers, I can’t help but think that this was a message directly from God to me, just when I needed it the most.
And there are lots of other reasons why it’s so easy to see that God exists.
Like the times when I’m in a huge crowd, and I “happen” to run into a friend I haven’t seen in forever.
Or like when I walk out of my apartment just in time to see the most beautiful sunset ever created.
Or the many, many situations that I thought were too difficult to get through, and yet somehow I find myself on the other end, unscathed.
And also those perfect, beautiful, dreamlike days, where everything is amazing.
I feel like any time any of that stuff happens, God is saying “I love you.” In a wonderfully tangible way.
And I'm so, so thankful He does.
