Christian Feature

Last updated:
5 September 2017

Seeing God

Sometimes we may wonder where God is, but the God who loves and died for humanity, the longsuffering, merciful God who offers hope and eternity, can always be seen…

In calls for disarmament.
In calls for peace, non-violence, fairness, openness, transparency, honesty and accountability.
In calls for freedom of expression and civil/religious liberty for all.
In calls for the protection of the aged and infirm.
In calls for an end to animal cruelty.
In calls for the protection of endangered species.
In calls for the restoration and protection of the environment.
In attempts to end poverty, starvation, oppression, persecution and torture.
In the defence of another wrongly accused.
In attempts to free the wrongly imprisoned.
In efforts to make the lot of those who’re less fortunate or burdened easier.
In the persistent prayer of someone wrestling and pleading with God on another’s behalf.
In a beautifully sung song of praise, an emotional recital of a touching poem, or worthy passage, that speaks to the heart and mind.
In tears of empathy that well up at the sight or knowledge of someone’s misfortune, sadness or loss.
In a brotherly or sisterly embrace, a reassuring cuddle, a warm handshake, or guiding hand.
In a little gift or surprise awaiting some receiver or finder — perhaps a bag of groceries, a mown lawn, a washed car, a freshly baked cake, a concerned visit or phone call, or an encouraging note.
In a surgeon’s deft movements, a doctor’s understanding and special efforts, a businessman’s or tradesman’s thoughtful reduction in price.
In someone’s willing acceptance of blame.
In a kindly invitation.
In an act of mercy.
In the keeping of a confidence.
In a pretty flower, a cherry blossom, a bubbling brook, a gentle waterfall, a colourful rainbow, a striking sunset, a chirping bird, a delightful garden.
In the playful antics of a kitten, the innocent chuckle of a child, a caring smile, a thoughtful compliment, a leap of faith, an act of trust, or another chance given.
In a principled stand.
In the midst of a testing time where someone’s temper is held in check, where someone endures nobly, where someone displays patience, where someone maintains hope, where someone perseveres, where someone remains positive despite it all.
In a humble refusal.
In a wallet or purse that’s somewhat emptied on behalf of another.
In a worthy promise kept.
In the written work of someone seeking to call others to a better way of life, or a healthier lifestyle, someone seeking to help others appreciate the plight of those afflicted by certain events or conditions, someone seeking to simplify the difficult yet worthy, someone seeking to inform of truth, someone seeking to provide helpful answers, someone seeking to bring glory to God.
In flowers left beside a sick-bed or on a tombstone.
In a grateful heart.
In the refusal to hold a grudge, nor let bitterness take hold.
In benevolence towards some vagrant.
In a sincerely meant “I’m sorry.”
In the genuine acceptance of another’s apology.
In an offered lift, an outstretched hand, a generous offer.
In the wavering of a debt.
In a desire to understand.
In a lovingly prepared meal.
In the gentle stroking of a pet, in the tending of a wounded creature.
In a sanctified life.
In a loving rebuke that steers someone away from danger and destruction.
In the quest of those who’re seeking to uncover evil plotting, cruelty, abuse, and underhand activity.
In the quest of those who’re ferreting out charlatans hiding behind religion or some worthy organisation or institution.
In the quest of those who’re attempting to bring to justice any who’re committing crimes against humanity.

And in so much more too, to which we should all say, Amen!.

By Lance Landall


“You have multiplied, O Lord my God, your wondrous deeds and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you! I will proclaim and tell of them, yet they are more than can be told” (Ps 40:5, ESV).


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