Jesus as a Fictional Character

 I'll admit it. The thought never occurred to me. Jesus not existing? Of course he existed...because...history! I'm very aware that there are many different ideas of God and gods, including the idea that God does not exist. But Jesus? I know you may not believe that he is the Messiah or that he is God in human form or that he is even the son of God. But...history! Well, it is true. There is a theory called the "Jesus myth theory" or "Christ myth theory." The theory states, as the name implies, that Jesus, the Christ, did not exist in human form or it is possible that he did not exist.
 I was confronted with this theory on a very controversial website known for taking theories and turning them into "facts:" facebook. I had to stand up for my Christ. But first, I must align my ducks. To the atheist or agnostic, I know I don't have a lot of "proof" that they might accept. But to the Christ-mythee (is that what they're called?) I know there is evidence out there. I mean, I've been around the block once or twice. I've seen the history channel. So where is this evidence that Jesus, the Christ, was a living breathing person? Ah ha! I found it...and more of it...from non-believers (that is, non-Christians). Historical writings reference Christians as Christ-followers and mention the death of Christ at the hands of Pontius Pilate. The writing I found very interesting was by Cornelius Tacitus, a Roman historian. It is located in the Annals XV.44. and can be read here. This writing by Tacitus has been validated by many historians and it is agreed upon by most that Christ did, in fact, exist. I can't reference this information, really, because it's all over the internet. Just google it. So, with this information, I stood up for what I believe. The other individual chose to stay with the beliefs he currently has.
 As for the atheist and agnostic, I think the only way they might be convinced is by having a "God experience." Or by witnessing one. If you search, you will see God in the very small and in the very big. Today I saw God where I can always depend on seeing him- in the Word. I opened my Bible at nap time to start a brand new Good Morning Girls study. I'm always hesitant to start new studies because I have a tendency to fizzle out. But God was calling me today and I listened. When I opened my Bible to Luke, this is what I saw:
 

 
 So yes, the non-Christian history about Jesus is out there. But I'm reassured by God himself that not only did Jesus live; He died, was resurrected, and is promised to come again. This was my God moment today. Not to mention all of this took place while BOTH boys were sleeping!