Miracles

Definition: A miracle is a noteworthy kind of God’s activity in which He arouses people’s awe and wonder and bears witness to Himself.

Scriptures: John 14:12; Matthew 17:20; Acts 4:30

Study: It can be difficult to distinguish exactly what constitutes a miracle. All of creation is upheld by the act of God and thus the very fact that we exist and breathe could be considered a miracle in one sense- and it is. However, it would be reductionism to call everything that happens a miracle- we would quickly lose any sense of the word’s meaning. We ought to reserve this definition for times when God works in history in ways that are so extraordinary and unique that to excuse an event for mere chance or common providence would be to ignore God’s working. That is not to say all miracles must be spectacular. There are certainly all sorts of miracles that go unnoticed because we fail to recognize God’s hand in our lives to protect and provide f or us.

Questions to Ask: (these will help process the truth learned)

- Have you ever witnessed a miracle?

- What are some of your favorite miracles in scripture?

- Are there miracles in your life that have gone unnoticed?

- How can you cultivate a better awareness of God working in your life?