Seeing is Believing

Written By Betty Predmore

(April 28) Luke 23:44-24:12

Seeing is Believing

It is human nature to need visual proof of something, especially something rare and unlikely, before we believe it.

This is the exact opposite of FAITH, which is believing in that which is not seen.

In Luke 23:47 we meet a Roman officer. This officer had been aware of Jesus, had heard him, had most likely mocked him on numerous occasions, and he participated in his crucifixion.

It wasn't until he SAW darkness fall across the entire land, SAW the temple curtain tear from top to bottom, and SAW Jesus speak then breathe his last breath...he had to SEE all of this before he could begin to BELIEVE that Jesus was who he said he was.

In 24:5 the women SAW the radiant angels, thereby BELIEVING them when they said Jesus was alive.

In 24:12 we see that it wasn't until Peter SAW that the tomb was empty that he would even consider what the women had told him.

That is the beauty of this gift we call faith. It is the ability to BELIEVE in something without being able to SEE it. You know it is true because you believe the Word of God. You know it is true because the Holy Spirit within you assures you.

Would you have BELIEVED without SEEING if you were there when Jesus walked out of that tomb?

Do you BELIEVE without SEEING when you hear of amazing things he does for people in this age...healing, providing beyond measure, changing people, helping them overcome extreme strongholds?

Do you believe?

Or are you more like that Roman soldier...standing in unbelief until you SEE for yourself?

Betty Predmore

Betty Predmore is a writer, blogger, speaker and ministry leaders. She is the founder of Mom-Sense, Inc., a ministry designed for mentorship, connection and service to women of all life circumstances. Through this ministry, women are encouraged and supported with scripture and life application. Mom-Sense helps women overcome life struggles through small group classes with biblical curriculum, individual counseling, bible studies, and other areas of support.

Betty also directs the Imperial Valley Life Center, which is a non-profit faith-based pro life women’s resource center. She has a passion for saving the unborn and supporting mothers through pregnancy and motherhood.

Betty loves to speak at events, sharing the love of Jesus with other women. She does this through practical life application mingled with God’s word, and sprinkled with humor. Having experienced a broken home, divorce, abuse, grief, single motherhood, blended families, and adoption, she uses the broken places and movement of God in her own life to share His word in an inspiring way. She enjoys sharing her blogs on social media as a way of reaching out on a broader spectrum. Betty has many speaking topics which can be found on her website: www.bettypredmore.com

As an author, she has had the opportunity to impact women and reach deep into their hearts with her words of inspiration and encouragement. Through Pondering Virtue and Whispered Grace, she has created wonderful tools for the woman who is seeking direction in her spiritual walk.

Betty serves on the writing team of A Wife Like Me, and is also a contributor to Moms Encouraging Moms and Gift of Thorns. Her blogs have appeared in several magazine publications throughout the years including Southern Faith Magazine, Purposeful Life, and Aspiring Woman Magazine.

While Betty thrives on her ministry opportunities, her greatest blessings come from being a wife to Jim and a mama to their wonderful collection of children, who bring joy, laughter, and an occasional tear to her days.


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