Albert Einstein said, “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” With the attitude that God can make good come out of every circumstance, life becomes a tremendous adventure, and we will live in awe of God’s power and might.
As the book of Acts describes, the early church was a vibrant and dynamic community. Fresh from the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, they were experiencing something truly unprecedented. Acts 2:43 captures the atmosphere of this time: “Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles.”
Awe is a powerful emotion. It’s more than just being impressed; it’s a profound sense of wonder and reverence, a feeling of being in the presence of something far greater than ourselves. The believers in the early church weren’t just amazed by the miracles; they were experiencing the tangible power of God at work among them. The signs and wonders were irrefutable proof of the resurrected Christ and the indwelling Holy Spirit.
This awe had a transformative effect. It didn’t just inspire them; it united them, creating a deep sense of unity and shared purpose. When we are filled with awe at God’s power, our focus shifts from ourselves to Him. Our own worries and insecurities shrink in comparison to His majesty. We become more receptive to His leading and more compassionate toward one another.
God is still at work in our lives, in our churches, and in our world. We can cultivate a sense of awe by intentionally looking for His hand in our daily lives. We can marvel at the beauty of creation, a gentle whisper of His power. We can be astonished by an answered prayer, a clear sign of His care. A word of wisdom or a flash of insight that we never saw before can humble us.
As we go about our week, let’s ask God to open our eyes to His presence. May we not just observe Him, but be filled with a profound sense of awe and wonder. For in that awe, we find not only a deeper connection to Him, but a greater unity with each other, all for His glory.