Prove It!

#3 - “While modern science, history, geology, biology, and physics have failed to convince you otherwise, some idiot rolling around on the floor speaking in "tongues" may be all the evidence you need to "prove" Christianity.” While the study of science, history, biology and physics may “disprove” Christianity to non-believers, they only encourage and reinforce my faith.  Did you know that the Bible has abundant historical, and archaeological documentation to substantiate its authenticity,  allowing it to stand up to even its most critical opponents?  God proved himself to me through study, not only of his word, but from these other sources as well.  I highly doubt that someone rolling on the floor, speaking in tongues would have convinced me, or anyone, that Christianity was real; nor should it! Authenticity must be proved, not just taken for granted or something that  appeals to our emotions only. God doesn't need crazies, he wants followers grounded in knowledge, and ready to defend Him. I love to watch Law and Order, and from that show I’ve learned a lot about the importance of eyewitness testimony.  The Bible was written by real people, people who experienced the power of God in their personal lives.  For example, when it came to proving that Christ’s death, resurrection and ascension were authentic, over 500 eyewitnesses came forward, and their testimonies were recorded.  “We did not follow cleverly invented stories when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty.” 2 Peter 1:16.  Historians of the day, both religious and secular, also added their viewpoints, and their words are available for scrutiny. An eye witness, then and now, sealed the case.  “Now to him who is able to establish you by my gospel and the proclamation of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery hidden for long ages past, but now revealed and made known through the prophetic writings by the command of the eternal God, so that all nations might believe and obey him--” Romans 16:26-27.  We, like Paul were all blind at one point, but if we allow God to reveal the truth of himself, far fetched as it may seem to the rational mind, He will open, and continue to enlighten our eyes, and minds. It’s a recorded fact, believe it and be bold, pass it on!! “Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.” Luke 24:45