The Pharisees demanded a miracle. How did Jesus react? HE SIGHED DEEPLY, and said, “Why does this generation demand a sign? I assure you, no sign will be given!” Mark 8:12.
That sounds like our generation. We have elevated science to the level of scripture and refuse to believe anything we cannot prove. Although God may give small signs to genuine seekers, He will usually not prove Himself to skeptics looking for excuses NOT to believe.
Jesus asked the disciples about rumors: “Who do men say that I am?” Various answers were offered. Then Simon spoke up.
“Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God!” And Jesus responded, ‘Blessed are you, Simon, son of Jonah, for flesh and blood [proof] did not reveal this to you, but it comes from My Father in heaven” Matthew 16:16-18.
Simon KNEW Christ. He KNEW to Whom he was speaking. No one proved it to him. No one persuaded him. Jesus had probably never stated it clearly. But when the question was asked, Simon just knew: “Thou art the Christ.”
And Jesus tells Simon that the Father gave him that knowledge. While the Pharisees, with their education and experience, were demanding proof, Simon Peter, a fisherman, found the truth in his heart, placed there by God the Father. Sometimes that is where you will find the answers you seek. When you pray, God speaks to your heart. When you need guidance about a decision, God will often nudge your heart.
Sometimes it is wise to be discerning and question your heart. Other times, faith will call you to simply accept the truth God has spoken. Accept it and stop doubting. (How do you know whether to question your heart or simply accept God’s answer? Pray a lot. Keep asking for guidance. Be patient and pray—but be willing to accept the word God has spoken inside you.)
“Thomas, you see and you believe. But BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO HAVE NOT SEEN AND YET BELIEVE” John 20:29.
God, teach us to recognize Your Voice and never doubt.
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