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The RamBam ztk’l writes in the beginning of his Mishneh Torah that one begins to feel true love of Hashem by looking at His wondrous creation. Through the ‘simple’ act of studying the design of man’s nervous system and how the nerves flawlessly communicate with one another in perfection leads one to undoubtedly recognize the Creator. Rabbi Wasserman ztk’l teaches it is obvious there is a G-d when we see the world and its perfect order.  We must strengthen our emuna in Hashem and loyalty to keeping His beautiful Torah.

The Rav of Novardok ztk’l, Rav Epstein author of Aruch HaShulachan wrote in 1903, “There is no greater sign and proof of G-d’s existence and connection with the nation of Israel than our survival of nearly 2,000 years of exile – It is only due to Hashem’s hashgacha.”  Logically, the Jewish people should not be here.

Rav Solovetchik ztk’l known as Ish Ha’Halacha writes that the most compelling proof for Hashem is the truth of the Torah. The beauty and majesty of the halachic system testifies to the finest prescription for leading a fulfilling and content life.

Atheism could be caused by a grudge onto G-d due to disappointments and one’s inability to grasp His infinite ways.  Our beliefs are bound to our limited minds.  Proving G-d’s existence is not the point; it is the deep need to believe that G-d is loving and caring in spite of the difficulties. Dislodging the belief that G-d is ‘out to get me’ is a struggle for many disbelievers.  Learning Torah and getting a glimpse of G-d’s wisdom is the perfect way to begin.

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Life is intriguing and Hashem’s magnificent presence can be felt on every level; from the bird flying to the sun rising. Those who deny Hashem’s existence can use their free will to live without feeling His presence; however those who seek truth and use their intellectual honesty will undoubtedly find Him.

When the Russians sent man to space he professed that he did not ‘find’ G-d; confirming the belief there is no creator. When the Americans sent Apollo 8 the astronauts were in awe over what they saw and quote what they said, “In the beginning G-d created…” The stark difference in their observation was due to one awaiting the chance to confirm their suspicion of there being no G-d and the other seeing an opportunity to recognize the hand of G-d. It all depends on one’s agenda from the get-go; wanting to see or deny.

Our soul knows what the body cannot sense – all of creation is from Hashem and designed to the ‘T’. “Ma Rabu Ma’asecha Hashem kulam b’Chochmah Asita: How abundant are Your works Hashem with wisdom You made them all” writes Dovid HaMelech in Tehillim (104:24). Dovid HaMelech reflected on life on earth and acknowledged the awesome vastness of the sea, the remarkable wisdom of the human body and the grandeur of planet earth.

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Difficulties can best be dealt with through self-restraint. When we internalize the idea that it isn’t a stroke of bad luck we will have the courage to believe and face the challenge with success.

Coincidence is a concept that frightens us; weakening our ability to make it through the dilemma.
In spite of the fact that we can’t always figure out the purpose behind certain events, it does not mean there isn’t a Divine logical reason and purpose. My famous saying, “G-d has a plan, I just don’t know what it is!” Emuna is remaining loyal to the teaching that Hashem has a fantastic reason why He planned our life just so. Hashem’s way is the best way.

Indeed we do not have the spiritual eyes through which clarity is absorbed. Yet holding onto Hashem through difficult times means we don’t interpret difficulties as a ‘stroke of bad luck’; but as a growing tool that serves our ultimate benefit eternally. After 120 the ‘big picture’ will be clearly displayed before us because our limited corporal vision will be a thing of the past.

Finite existence is one of the main obstacles of emuna living. We are self-contained, living in a bubble of time and space and only see within the context of our finite and relative bubble. Therefore the greatest impression we need to sear into our minds and hearts is that there is a greater reality. Eventually when our bubbles burst we will see what was outside of us all along.