We just returned from a wildly successful fishing trip to Kentucky Lake. “Wildly successful” had nothing to do with the fishing; our catch was pretty meager. We succeeded in having an absolute blast with our children, and that’s as good as it can get. 

Our son-in-law has not done a lot of fishing. We were hoping he would land a big one so he could experience the strike, the tug on the pole, and the rush of reeling in the catch. Once you’ve experienced the catch, you “get it.” You’re hooked on fishing. We want Tyler to share our enthusiasm and be excited to fish with us again.

There are some things in life that just can’t be explained because there are no adequate words. Some things must be experienced to be fully appreciated. Landing a fish is one of them.

I was pondering the “must be experienced” phenomenon today. The same is true with knowing Jesus. One must have that undeniable encounter with the Holy Spirit to grasp and appreciate its reality. There is no comprehension outside of experience. How can one describe complete inner peace or deep, other-worldly joy that cannot be quashed by earthly trials? How can one explain transformation that is not borne out of human effort? How can one explain seeing and understanding difficult truths that had been mysteries prior to the Holy Spirit’s help? There are no words to describe what can’t be described!

Spiritual regeneration is a miracle. The only description that comes to mind is – “You are made new, and you absolutely know it!” A veil is lifted from your eyes; you see and understand truth for the first time. Mysteries are unraveled, and a glimpse of heaven changes your perspective on everything.  

My husband and I are thankful that our children “get it.” Their eyes have been opened. We long to share this experience with all those we know. Unfortunately, those who don’t know Jesus have no idea what they’re missing. Disbelief convinces many that achievement, material consumption, fun times, and fulfilling relationships are the ultimate (and only) goals in life and that they are in need of nothing. 

Jesus says He is life. (“I am the way, the truth, and the life.”) The Spirit within me says, “Yes, indeed!” There is no life apart from Him.

I wish I could adequately explain the miracle of faith. But there are no words.

Believing is seeing.

Joy in Jesus,

Jacquee