Day 39: Evidence of God

Reading: Psalm 19:1-6

We read about the evidence of God in nature in this section, especially from the skies. What is cool about seeing God in nature is that it is available to ALL, not just those who believe, or those who speak English or who live in certain places, but to everyone here on earth. God has evidence all around us in stars, rivers, mountains, trees, the cycle of the sun -  many things that you can see just by looking outside whether you live in the city or in the most rural of areas. It's hard to say there isn't a God when we can experience beauty and perfection like these things.

What part of nature do you see God in the most?




What part of nature are you most perplexed by or think is the most intricate?




Reading: Matthew 27:1-30

Evidence of Jesus in our individual lives is what sets us apart from the rest of the world. We read the build-up of Jesus' betrayal and death here, and different ways He is portrayed in different lives.
Some find Jesus offensive and want to banish Him. There is actually strong evidence of the power of Jesus in lives that don't acknowledge Him. When we read about the people who wanted to rid Jesus from their lives, we see this passion they have to accomplish it. Judas agrees to betray Him for a mere 30 silver coins. The effect Jesus has on people is strong, whether it be negatively taken, or positively.
We also read about the woman who comes with her expensive jar of perfume and pours it out on Jesus. If you don't know much about the alabastar jar, it is a sign of a woman's singleness that is meant to be broken for the man she will marry. A family spends a year's wages to get it for her to one day use on that man. This woman gives hers up for Jesus. He has such an impact on her, that she risks the accusations and wages to show how Jesus has impacted her life.
We also read about the Last Supper. Today, we take communion to remember the impact Jesus has had in our lives. We drink from the cup and break the bread as a symbol in remembering Him and what He has done for us.
No matter what kind of evidence you portray of Jesus in your life, whether it be a loathing dislike or a passionate love, He is portrayed.

How do you portray Jesus in your life?



What is your "alabastar jar" for Jesus? What are you willing to give up for Him?



Reading: Exodus 1:1-3:22

Moses shows us many ways that God is evident is life. From the very start, Moses had odds stacked against him. Pharaoh wanted all the male babies killed, but Moses was spared by the compassion of Pharaoh's daughter and the cleverness of his own mother and aunt. God protected Moses so he could be used to do great things.
We also read about how Moses stood up for what was right, rather than use his status in Pharaoh's family to indulge in the Egyptian power, in protecting those who were being poorly treated.
God also made Himself very evident to Moses in the burning bush, telling him what he must do to help His people out of their awful situation. Moses feels inadequate, but God tells him that He will be with him through it all. Moses simply has to obey.
Many times in life, we feel the odds stacked against us and wonder where God is. But in Moses' case, we can see how quickly God can work through us. He will make Himself evident in the midst of dark times. We need only to trust and obey Him to do His work.

What odds do you feel are stacked against you in life?



How has God made Himself evident to you in a personal way?



We can see evidence of God everywhere. Nature, in our personal lives - whether we accept Him or reject Him, and in the amazing things He will use us for. He is with us and will carry us through when we follow His will for us. Though we may reject God, sometimes the passion we display against Him is enough to prove how real He is. When we live lives full of Him, we will radiate evidence of Him everywhere we go.