More than.....

I have been reading a book by Frank Schaeffer called "Patience with God". I have found it to be very well written although very academic for the lay reader. But very worth the time.

Religion as well as science attempt to define life and/or the mysteries of life. Although this serves a useful purpose neither can contain the awe or fullness of Life and it's mysteries. If you subscribe to either exclusivly you are limited in your understanding.

For myself life and it's mysteries proceed from God. Now for the athiest or agnostic this could create a challenge, however there are things most would say they believe in that I call God.
Love, beauty, goodness, justice are a few examples.

However although I am a person of faith my definition of God goes far beyond that of the simply religious. For instance God is more than any religious text although I enjoy reading scripture I understand that no book can define God or the mysteries of life. No creed, dogma or tenants of religion can capsulized God.

Recently I have been talking to a dear friend of mine who defines himself as agnostic. We have really challenged each other and enjoyed our chats. I do not seek to change him or convert him to religion. God knows the world has enough religious people. I only desire to help him recongnize the seeker in all of us as we respond to the majesty of life and to embrace true spirituality that is found in Love and forgiveness.

I know for myself God has been revealed to me in places that religion would not think to look. I am not ready to throw out religion because it does provide a good service and starting place for many the same as I enjoy science because it does the same I just invite all people no matter which label you subscribe to open your hearts and minds to realize there is so much more to life and it's mysteries.














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