Here are some of my reasons for believing in God. One of the greatest is because of the present of life. I wake up each morning to see that I am alive and healthy; that's not me. Psalm 118:24, “This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Each new day brings me to the awareness of God's reality and His care for me.
Another reason I believe in God is because of the peace that he brings. Life is sometimes hard and when I get tired, worried or confused. But when I pray heartily, my heart is at ease. When my problems don't go away right away, I'm still feeling comfort inside me. Philippians 4:6-7 says we are not to be anxious, but pray about everything and peace will keep our hearts. This is something I have actually lived through in my life.
I also believe in God because I witnessed His help first-hand. There was a time in my life when I was in a difficult situation. I was disheartened, I had no idea what to do. I would pray to God nightly, with tears in my eyes. At that moment, I felt alone, but somehow God made a way for me. But things changed after all, in a way that I would never have seen. Since then I have been more assured in God because I know that He hears prayers. “Call me and I will respond you”, says the Lord in Jeremiah 33:3. When I pray I have hope in this scripture.
Beauty of creation is another reason to believe in God. I see the sky, the trees, the oceans and my body and I know that none of this stuff just happens. The fact that everything in this world exists, is a witness to the power of the Creator behind it. In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth (Genesis 1:1). This verse is a reminder to me that God is the source of all things.
Last but not least, I have a faith in God because His words transform lives. The teachings in the Bible help me become a better person. They are teaching me to love, to forgive, to be patient and to trust in God. I have seen God's mercy in my very fall; I know He is ready to help me again. Having a faith in God provides my life with purpose, promise and direction. Whatever may happen in this world, I know that God will not leave those who put their trust in Him.