Is there a God? If so, which one?

Atheism is a philosophy that says there is no God. However, if so, why do you exist? Atheists offer differing answers. Some say the universe is eternal, while others believe it sprang out of nothing or that it even came from a multiverse. Yet all these explanations break down logically, scientifically, and philosophically, which is why the Bible says: “The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God” (Ps. 14:1). That might sound like an insult, but it is stating a fact. Given the overwhelming evidence for God, one must ignore reason to be an atheist. Let us consider a few follow-up questions that will prove God’s existence.

What made everything? It is obvious that you exist, and it is equally obvious that the universe exists. But where did it come from? Many scientists suggest everything began with a “Big Bang.” But that raises another question: What caused the Big Bang? As you know, everything that exists has a cause—something that brought it into existence. The universe, therefore, must also have a cause. To get everything started, there must be an uncaused first cause.

The first cause is God. What is unique about God is that he alone is uncaused. He says of himself, “I AM THAT I AM” (Exodus 3:14). The eternal, uncreated God made everything: “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth” (Gen. 1:1). Since God, by definition, has no beginning or end, there can only be one such being. Only a single, uncaused cause can be the source of everything, which is what is known as “monotheism,” where the fact that there can only be one God is true.

Why does creation show design? From the majesty of the galaxies to the tiny, intricate details of DNA, and from the laws of physics that govern the universe to the laws of logic, the evidence of a Creator is overwhelming. The Bible says, “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork” (Ps. 19:1). Spend a night far from city lights and look at the heavens. The splendor of the cosmos will leave you in awe, which should lead you to think that the Creator must be more glorious than his creation, as the maker of something is superior to what he makes. The creation is like a sermon, preaching that God exists. The Bible says, “The invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse” (Rom. 1:20). In other words, the created world leaves no excuse for denying the Creator.

Where does morality come from? In every nation, you find a sense of morality. Though there is some variance, there is much agreement. Societies have laws against murder, theft, and perjury. Around the world, people say, “It is wrong to commit adultery.” Why? Because the Creator wrote his moral law into man’s heart and gave him a conscience to testify to right and wrong. When we break God’s moral law, what the Bible calls “sinning” (1 John 3:4), our conscience often troubles us. The Bible explains this shows “the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and their thoughts the mean while accusing or else excusing one another” (Rom. 2:15). Because God exists, there is a standard of right and wrong.

Why do all people recognize a god? In a similar vein, wherever you go, people worship their gods and pray, which is no accident. Because of the testimonies God has given to his existence—both in the soul of man and in the created world—deep down, all people know there is a Supreme Being. And with that knowledge comes a sense that we owe worship, reverence, and allegiance to him, especially when we are in great danger or difficulty, for as the saying goes, “There are no atheists in foxholes.”

What is the point of life? Finally, consider the end of atheism: You die and cease to exist. There is no afterlife, no continued consciousness—just nothing. One must even ask if there is a point to life itself! All the achievements and memories of mankind would fade away. According to secular scientists, the universe will end in “heat death,” not with a bang but with a slow fade into cold emptiness. Atheism is a hopeless philosophy that leads to despair. It is not only untenable but also comes with serious consequences. If there is no God, consider what follows:

—There is no ultimate meaning in life.—

—No standard of right or wrong.—

—No hope beyond the grave.—

These realities not only paint a bleak picture but also contradict the evidence of what we know to be true. We can answer the big first question, “Is there a God?” with a confident “Yes.” Let us now consider the second big question: