Without Excuse

In Hebrews 11:1 [NKJ] we are told, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Yes, it is true that God expects us to “walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7 [NKJ]), but unlike other belief systems, ours is not a blind faith. God’s word tells us that He has revealed Himself to mankind in many and various ways. David writes, “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork” (Psalm 19:1 [NKJ]). In the conclusion of his Gospel account of the ministry of Christ John relates in John 20:30-31 [NKJ], 30. And truly Jesus did many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book; 31. but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name. Additionally, the Apostle Paul states in Romans 1:20-23 [NKJ], 20. For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21. because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22. Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23. and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man and birds and four-footed beasts and creeping things.

David, John and Paul are all saying the same thing: No one has been denied the opportunity to come to a belief and faith in the Lord and Creator of the universe. All who reject Him are without excuse. As Paul continues, 24. Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, 25. who exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, Who is blessed forever. Amen. (Romans 1:24-25 [NKJ])

May the Lord bless you and your family!