Not long ago I was in the car with a Pastor friend of mine and we drove past a Theological College, with a proud history. This College is very wealthy, owns a great deal of property and has the most magnificent buildings you can imagine all built out beautifully crafted carved stone.
But they have almost no Students!
In recent times this college has taken a very liberal view of theology. My Pastor friend told me that he had heard one of their lecturers speak, a well known theologian, author of many books, but one who does not believe in God. At least not the in way we Evangelicals do.
What he said seemed plausible, very plausible. Especially to a mind that wanted to doubt.
In response, I said I feel so very sad for people who have never looked up at the stars on a clear country night with awe and wonder. It usually brings me to worship through praise, singing 'How Great Thou Art" at the top of my lungs. I cannot fathom creation without a Creator. It simple makes no sense to this simple mind.
I also feel sad for anyone who has not been brought to tears when considering the absolute wonder of God's Grace. That I should know God, that I am forgiven, that the burden of guilt and fear is lifted. How can anyone think that it is worth bothering with a God who doesn't care, who lives 'way up there'. Frankly if that's all there was, I would join those who say we are better off not believing.
But there is more ..... Praise God!
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to thee. HOW GREAT THOU ART
