Devotion 
Solving the mystery of God
David Jacobs 

Early in my faith journey, I can remember many times when I went to God, usually in moments of despair, and prayed to Him. I would beg Him to show me a sign, to speak to me, anything, that would make me more confident that He was listening. Nothing seemed to work, and in my frustration, I would vent and be angry with God. Does this sound familiar to any of you? I am sure I am not the only one.

In the early Testament and often in our lives, God often appears as mysterious to His children, especially remaining obscure for unbelievers. This was certainly true for me when I was younger, and it is still difficult to see and appreciate the ways that God is with me and working through me. The harder I looked for clues, the further they appeared. To this day, for believers, His depth and heights surpass our knowledge. Though God's everlasting presence and love was evident from the beginning, this mystery was once and for all united through Christ. Christ's life and sacrifice solved any mystery that there may have been before, and serves as a constant reminder that God is with me, even if I refuse to see Him.

Prayer 

Lord my Father, I am so blessed to have received your Gospel. Assist me, O Lord, so that I can realize and remember that your word was made flesh through your only begotten Son. Praise be heaped upon him; in Christ, for showing us the route to your Heavenly home. Thank you, loving God, for showing us a way to salvation. In uniting us with you, Lord, my Father, my Heavenly Father. Amen.