There Is So Much More Than Our Eyes Can See
Faith in the Unseen
Every night, I walk outside to take my dog, Lucy, out to potty before going to bed. It is usually already dark outside, so I take a flashlight so we can see the path. While I wait for her to do her business, I always glance up at the sky to see if the moon and stars are visible. Sometimes, it is cloudy, and I can’t see them, and other times, I’ve noticed one very bright star.
It turns out that the bright star is actually Venus, not a star at all. Still, I am always in awe of God’s creation. Even in the simplest moments like this, I try to remember to thank Him for the beauty He’s created for us.
I’ve always been fascinated by the breathtaking photos of the moon, planets, stars, and galaxies captured by powerful telescopes. It’s incredible that such beautiful things exist even though we can’t see all of them with our own eyes. One of the top things on my bucket list was to experience the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis.
Experiencing God’s Beauty
My daughter lived in Alaska for many years, where she got to experience the Northern Lights frequently. She would send me photos of the vivid green and pink streaks lighting up the sky, and honestly, they looked almost unreal.
The other night, while my daughter was visiting, she mentioned that there had been solar flares. These flares were supposed to make it possible to see the Northern Lights in places that usually don’t get to see them. So, with excitement, we headed outside in the dark, hoping to catch a glimpse.
Once outside, I let my eyes adjust to the darkness. But, despite my hopes of seeing God’s beauty painted across the sky, all I saw was blackness. Then I remembered that phone cameras can capture light that our eyes can’t see. So, I snapped a picture of the dark sky, and to my amazement, the beauty that was invisible to me in the moment was revealed on my phone.
It struck me that sometimes, even when we want to believe in something, it’s hard when we can’t see it with our own eyes.
Believing in What We Can’t See
Some things are real, like the stars and galaxies. However, some of the things we believed in might have been conjured up by our parents, friends, etc. Think of the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, and Santa Claus. We all believed in something we couldn’t see, but as we grew older, we became more skeptical, questioning those beliefs when we realized they weren’t always real.
This skepticism sometimes extends to our faith. I find it fascinating that many people believe in scientific explanations like the Big Bang, yet struggle to believe the Bible’s account of a loving Creator who made the world and everything in it.
Faith in God’s Word
2 Corinthians 4:18 NIV
18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
Believing in God requires faith. Faith that goes beyond what we can see with our eyes. I’ve never physically seen the Lord, but I’ve felt His presence throughout my life. I know He is with me, guiding me and protecting me.
For me, having faith in a loving, caring God is far easier than believing that two stars collided and created life. In my house, the only thing a crash ever creates is a mess! Yet, I trust in God’s word because I’ve experienced His goodness in ways that go beyond what my eyes can see.
Joshua 24:15 NIV
15 And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
This verse resonates with me deeply. Despite the skepticism of the world around us, I choose to put my faith in the God who has been with me through it all. Like the Northern Lights hidden by the darkness, God’s beauty and presence are real, even when we can’t always see them with our eyes.
To GOD Goes The Glory!
Have A Blessed Day
Let’s End with a Prayer
Lord, thank You for being present in our lives, even when we cannot see You. Help us to strengthen our faith in what is unseen, knowing that Your hand is always guiding us. Just as the stars shine beyond the clouds, remind us that You are always there, even in the darkest moments. Give us the courage to trust in Your word, and to serve You wholeheartedly. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Thank you for your Sunday message, i also enjoy it.
I love your Sunday messages! Thank you! I also agree with Anita, I think you are special! ❤️
Thank you so much!
My response to someone on the Big Bang theory is…you’re right…HE spoke and Bang! It happened. 😊
Lol! Good answer!
Thank you for reminding us of God’s beautiful creation all around us, if we would see and not just look. Have a blessed week.
As our house here in Oklahoma we choose to service theLord also
Thank you for your writing and the beautiful prayer
I think you are special
Thank you Tania for being a voice for good! We live in a world of non-believers so it’s so refreshing to read of your faith in the God I believe in too. Thank you for your courage to share your faith and to be light to the world!!
Thank you for a beautiful message and photo!
Our sermon today at church was about faith, so your post was such a blessing to read!
We have a lot of trees around our property and we were not able to see the Northern Lights.
Thank you for the beautiful devotional today, Tania. May God’s blessings shine down on you always!
Cool!!!’
like you, I have felt God’s presence in my life so many times. He has never left me even when I’ve strayed from Him. While I might not see him with my eyes, can feel Him with my heart.
I always look forward to your Sunday posts!
Thanks again for your Sunday thoughts. I was resting for a few minutes and what you shared was what I needed.
So beautiful. Thank you for sharing. I’m so glad I’ve discovered you and your blog! I had no idea that someone I followed for fashion tips would end up having faith tips as well. I love how you combine the two.
I’m so glad that you’re enjoying the blog!
Such a beautiful message. Thank You
Amen!
Thank you for the lovely devotional today. My sister fell down some stairs and was having surgery this morning (Sunday). We prayed for the surgeons hands to be steady and guided by our prayers for all to go well. It DID!!! we should never doubt God arms being around us even when we can not see him. We are blessed with courage to trust him always.
I’m glad that your sister’s surgery went well!
Absolutely beautifully written Tania!!! Thank you for sharing the awesome photo too.
~Lisa~
I love all your post, but especially your faith based post! Thank you for not only using your post to help older women look good; but also for sharing your faith! Thank you!
Amen!
What a beautiful message! I love your Sunday posts so much!!! Wishing you many blessings on this beautiful day 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻
I like the picture of you watching the northern lights.
Serve the lord with gladness come before his presence with Thanksgiving thank you for the lovely word today it’s a reminder of the God, we serve. Have a nice Sunday and week ahead
Wonderful post today, Tania. I enjoy, and am encouraged by, every Sunday post you make. Thank you.
Amen!! Thank you for sharing this message today.
Love and look forward to your Sunday posts. Your faith inspires me. I too love to look at the night sky and thank the Lord for all that He has made.
It is so peaceful to look up into the sky and see His creation!
wow what an incredible photo!!!
To Jehovah God goes all the glory!!! thanks 😊
I didn’t know to take the picture anyway because of our weak eyes duh lol.
Thank you , Tania. Your Sunday posts are always so relevant to me.
Thank you for this lovely post and a witness for our Lord.
You are a gift to me by your writing about God’s love for us!! You have a beautiful way of expressing it!! Please keep doing so.
Tania,
I always love your SUNDAY posts the best. Maybe it’s because I can slow down a bit and read them better than during the week. Keep spreading God’s love and word. God loves all of his children AND just as you said, even though we can’t always “see” him, he is there every step of the way. Happy Sunday!
Wonderful message today! Have A Great Day!
You put that so well, and a beautiful illustration with Northern Lights. Thank you for the uplifting message.
Thank you…your Faith is inspiring….love your fashion and looking forward to seeing more!!
Have a Blessed day!!
Tania,
Beautiful post & prayer today! Thank you.
Beautiful testament. Thank you
Thank you for your always inspiring, thought provoking Sunday messages. Also your closing prayers are so beautiful. 🛐🧡🍁
What a great, encouraging word, Tania. Thank you for this reminder to look to the unseen.
I so loved the. Little story of seeing the sky. I too am in aw of God’s work. Thank you for you message wendy
Your Sunday morning posts are always so good and this one is no exception. Also I love the fact of closing your comments with a prayer.
I’m glad you’re enjoying the prayer addition.
I saw the Northern lights for the first time this week, too! It was a magical experience. My sister told me to look for the red and that was the secret. I also had my phone and captured a few shots and then I saw the blue and green. So glad you saw them as well.
I wish I could have seen the colors better with my eyes, but at least they were there.
Thank you Tanya. Beautiful reminder….btw, the northern lights are at the top of my bucket list as well. Take care.
Thank you for sharing your faith in this beautiful devotion…”so we fix our eyes on what is unseen, which is eternal”❤️
Isn’t that a wonderful way to go about our day.
Lovely picture and message.
Beautiful message, Beth! Thank you 🙏😊 I am always inspired by your Sunday message.
Your words always resonate and we can always relate. A beautiful picture too. I had read that more people would get to see the Northern Lights, but didn’t think it would be possible in Florida. Thanks for sharing and BTW your outfit looks comfy!
I love your Sunday posts! Having faith in the unseen, knowing the Lord is with me, guiding me, is such a wonderful gift!
Thanks, Mary! I dint know what I would do if I didn’t have the Lord to lean on in hard times.
Beautiful word Tania. Always look forward to your Sunday posts.
Hebrews 11:1
I love your words today I feel the same way you do. I believe even though I can’t see God, I know he’s there guiding our lives if we choose to let him.
Thanks again for the lesson
Glenda
I missed the northern lights here this last time, but they’ve always seemed magical to me. Thank you for the scripture! Faith is my rock, good times or bad.
Very nice, & nicely said. You are a blessing.
Thank you, you are so right about this. This post reminds me of the old hymn “The Unseen Hand”
I’m not sure I’ve heard that one.
Amen! Great message.