Good day, fellow seekers of truth, amateur apologists, and those who just accidentally stumbled upon this post while trying to find a good chili recipe. Today, we’re diving deep into a divine game of cosmic hide and seek, addressing the question: If God exists, why does He seem to be the reigning champion of intergalactic hide and seek?

Some say that God is hidden, harder to find than that one missing sock after laundry day. But let’s be real, if the Creator of the universe didn’t want to be found, would He really leave behind a bestselling book with multiple translations, cliff notes, and even a movie deal? That’s like Waldo wearing a neon sign saying, “Here I am!” in a book called “Where’s Waldo.”

Now, I know what some of you are thinking: “But, Mr. Apologist, if God is so obvious, why doesn’t He just skywrite ‘I exist’ every Friday afternoon or show up at my birthday party?” And to that, I say, God is not a party crasher or a celestial graffiti artist. He’s a bit more sophisticated than that.

The Christian faith tells us that God has indeed made Himself known, but He’s done so in a way that respects our freedom to RSVP to His cosmic invitation. He’s not hiding; He’s waiting – waiting for us to use that gray matter between our ears and that thumping thing in our chest called a heart.

First of all, let’s consider the natural world – a masterpiece that even Bob Ross couldn’t have dreamt up. From the DNA double helix to the spiraling galaxies, creation is like a handwritten note from God tucked into the cosmic lunchbox of the universe. It’s as if the very fabric of reality is embroidered with God’s initials.

Then, there’s this historical figure named Jesus. Talk about dropping a major hint. God didn’t just send a text message; He sent Himself in person. Jesus lived, loved, and laughed (because who wouldn’t have a sense of humor after hanging out with twelve guys who never seemed to get the point?). He also performed a few miracles —turning water into wine, feeding thousands with a single packed lunch, and casually walking on water as if it were the park promenade.

Let’s not forget the resurrection. If there was ever a “ta-da!” moment in history, it’s that one. Rising from the dead is a pretty bold statement. It’s like God saying, “In case you missed the previous episodes, here’s the season finale that’ll blow your mind.”

But, what about those times when God seems as absent as a teenager when chores are mentioned? Well, God is not a cosmic butler who appears with a snap of our fingers. He’s our Heavenly Father who doesn’t always give us what we want but always provides what we need. And sometimes, what we need is to actively seek Him, to engage in the quest, to ask the tough questions, and to knock on a few doors until we find the one that says “Welcome Home.”

The “hiddenness” of God is not a bug in the system; it’s a feature. It’s an invitation to embark on the greatest treasure hunt of all time, with clues scattered throughout creation, history, and our daily lives. So, put on your detective hats, grab your magnifying glasses, and let’s find that not-so-hidden God who’s left His fingerprints all over this world.

And remember, folks, keep it light. After all, the Creator of humor must have a divine sense of it. Until next time, keep searching, keep laughing, and keep the faith. Happy hunting!