This provocative quote, from the renowned member of the Monty Python comedy troupe, caused my brain to spin as I digested how Palin’s words connect with reality. Stay with me as I unpack this.
Are atheists deaf to the word of God? Palin is probably referring to the Christian Bible, which many people believe is inspired by the creator and master of time, space and the universe. I’ll venture to write that a whole of of people beyond atheists are ignoring what God wants for this broken world. And sometimes, those people include ME and other people who follow Jesus of Nazareth (who many folks believe is the Son of God).
Consider this: the Bible is often hard to understand and hard to find relevant in the world today. It requires thought and checking in with people who have made it their life’s work to shine a light on what God is all about. Even that won’t do it for some folks and I understand why.
From a Jesus-following perspective, if God hasn’t given you a supernatural insight into the Bible, then you’ll probably struggle to comprehend it and give it credibility. That’s just how it is.
Are “theists” (people who believe there is a Creator) blind to the ways of humanity? Not even a little. Those who follow Jesus are very aware that this world is struggling. We know that, on our own, humanity can’t get it right now matter how hard we try. Just consider the wars, terrorism, rampant greed and superficial narcissism that we see around us and hear about daily in the news.
All of humanity’s self-improvement hasn’t made a bit of difference. We’re still self-centred, still racked with jealousy and insecurity, still believing (even it if’s just on a subconscious level) that the person with the most toys wins.
Jesus followers know there is a solution to this. A better way that leads to what so many people are lacking: peace. That peace comes from our convictions, which state:
- There is more to life than 70+ years of working, eating, sleeping and, finally, dying.
- Following Jesus gives us new, life-changing insight on how to live a life of real fulfillment, love of all humanity (which echoes the love God has for ALL His creations) and peace.
- This life is just the opening sentence in the book of all eternity. Jesus said so when He told anyone willing to listen that “whoever believes in [Me] will have eternal life.”
Do you understand how knowing this life is NOT all there is can change everything? It’s the way to peace!
So how do you get in on this? Jesus explained it in the quote above. You need to follow Jesus – declare Him your Lord, Saviour, best friend. When you do that with humble sincerity, He comes into your life and begins to make you the person God created you to be.
That’s a life-long process that won’t end until this life is finished and you’re in His presence forever. Sound interesting? Yes or no, post your thoughts below and let’s have a conversation.
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