Knowing God (1) Does everyone know?

Knowing God (1) Does everyone know?

by David Denninger -

The existence of God and  humanity’s inner sense of God  

"For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, because that which is known about God is evident within them; for God made it evident to them" (Rom 1:18-19).

Every human being has an inner sense that there is a God. Everyone is accountable, whatever their background, however they may have been raised, and whatever they have been told. “They are without excuse.” No one can complain that there is insufficient evidence and that they had no way of knowing that God exists.

Every human being who has ever lived has known there is a God. But this is knowledge that some willfully reject because they are unwilling to submit to Him. The Bible describes those who say that God does not exist as fools (Ps 14:1). 

This inner awareness gets stronger and clearer as we become Christians, but it is there in every person in a way that has to be purposely ignored or rejected by those who deny His existence. 

Read Romans 1:18-25.                                                                                                                
                                                                                        

                                                (Spotlight 1, Lesson 1 in Doctrine 101: Learning about God)




Re: This week's feature: from Doctrine 101; Lesson 1

by Tony Ndubuisi -

Sir,

It disturbs me whenever I see or read about people who blatantly refuse the existence of God. For instance I had recent experience in my work place where a student came to me further clarifications after a government science teacher had fed them with the stuff that he doesn't believe in God. He even made them to consult some mystical books like the book of mormon, etc he told them that God being the light we see, the sound, any elements around us could be their God.

I had to sit her down take her through the passages of the scripture to help her understand that their is God who created all things including the elements.

Re: This week's feature: from Doctrine 101; Lesson 1

by David Denninger -

Tony, I thank the Holy Spirit that this student came to you and for your readiness to restore truth in her understanding through HIs Word.   David

Re: This week's feature: from Doctrine 101; Lesson 1

by Melody George -

I fully agree that deep down within every person is the awareness of God. It can be covered up by calamity etc. but it is there. I find deep listening, first of all to the Holy Spirit and also to the person, can bring revelation to  what may be covering up the truth of God. It is wonderful when the truth dawns and God sheds His light into those dark places and sometimes we are privileged to see this happen. Two people in my life today are both in the 'blind' place. I see God moving, as I am obedient to share what He gives me to share from His Word and also from personal experience.