By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35
I sometimes listen to a podcast titled Science and God by Dr. Michael Guillen. He is a noted scientist and a strong Christian. He rightly contends that God and science are not enemies, but rather, a “power couple”.
On a recent podcast, he discussed the concept of proof and the idea that there are many things that science cannot prove. Yes, it can disprove many things, but in the strictest sense, proof is an elusive concept.
He went on to say that we cannot prove the existence of God. That is the province of faith. However, we need not be dismayed. This does not diminish the existence of God. Actually, it gives us the opportunity to BE the proof of God.
Jesus explained to his disciples that they (and succeeding generations) are to be the living witness of God’s existence. Certainly, the marvels of creation attest to God’s presence, but people attest to God’s character.
So, the word for today- be the proof of God’s existence and his love for humankind.
Prayer: Lord, you have given us the great challenge and the great privilege to be the proof of your existence, Amen.
Reflections of a Counselor 