I have lately been thinking about the nature of God and Reality. It helps having an 18 year old daughter studying religion and psychology. I decided to put some thoughts down, I then recorded them. Listening back, I thought they were a bit to heady, so I re-wrote the ideas, next I recorded them. And so below you have both the written versions and the video with both in. I hope you enjoy it, do comment and feel free to share this.
God & Reality – Version 2
In the quiet moments of life, when we pause to reflect, we often sense a presence that is more than the sum of what we see. This presence is not distant or unreachable; it is the heartbeat of reality itself, drawing us into its mystery and offering us a glimpse of something eternal.
Reality has an essence—a way of being that holds everything together. This essence is not random or meaningless. It is purposeful, alive, and profoundly interconnected. When Moses stood before the burning bush and asked for God’s name, the answer came: “I am that I am.” These words echo through time, inviting us to see God not as separate from life but as life itself—the foundation of all that is.
Have you ever considered what holds your world together? The breath in your lungs, the steady beat of your heart, the intricate balance of nature—all of it points to a deeper source. In Celtic Christianity, this source is not confined to the heavens but is found in the streams, the trees, and the whisper of the wind. It is the divine woven into the fabric of creation, inviting us to walk with reverence and awe.
And what of us? Each of us carries a spark of the divine, a reflection of God’s image within. This spark connects us not only to God but to one another and to the world around us. It is through this connection that we find meaning, purpose, and the courage to grow. To live fully is to honor this spark—to let it guide our choices, our actions, and our relationships.
But what happens when we lose sight of this connection? Life can feel fragmented, chaotic, or even empty. Yet even in these moments, the divine presence remains, gently calling us back. In changework, we recognize this as the potential for transformation—a chance to realign with what truly matters. It is a journey not of striving but of surrender, of letting go and allowing ourselves to be guided by the deeper wisdom that flows through all things.
The Celtic tradition speaks of thin places, where the veil between the earthly and the divine is especially thin. These are not just physical places but moments in time—when we feel the sacredness of now, the presence of something greater than ourselves. Perhaps you’ve felt it in the stillness of dawn, in the embrace of a loved one, or in the quiet knowing that you are not alone. These are invitations to remember who you are and where you belong.
God is not an abstract idea or a distant deity but the very essence of reality, pulsing through every breath and every moment. And while this truth may seem vast and unknowable, it is also deeply personal. The divine reaches out to us in ways we can understand, offering guidance, comfort, and hope. It is not about proving God’s existence but about experiencing it—in the beauty of creation, in the depth of our relationships, and in the quiet whispers of our hearts.
So let us take a moment now. Breathe deeply. Feel the life within you and around you. Know that you are part of something infinite, something sacred. And as you breathe, allow yourself to rest in the knowing that God is here—not as an idea to grasp but as a presence to experience.
In this presence, may you find peace. In this peace, may you find purpose. And in this purpose, may you remember that you are deeply connected to all that is, held in the embrace of divine love and guided by a wisdom that is always near.
God & Reality – Version 1
The Essence of Reality and the Presence of God
In the infinite expanse of existence, where reality unfolds in layers beyond our comprehension, there resides a truth so profound, it whispers to the deepest parts of who we are. This truth beckons us to consider not just the world we see but the essence of being itself. To explore the question of God’s existence is not merely to analyze or deduce but to touch the very fabric of reality—and find it humming with purpose and presence.
Reality, as we experience it, has an identity. It is not a random swirl of chaos but an interconnected whole, cohering with precision and intelligence. When we say “reality,” we are naming an identity, a profound “I am” that anchors everything we know. And isn’t it curious how this mirrors an ancient declaration: “I am that I am”? These words, spoken from the burning bush, capture the essence of ultimate being—an eternal presence, self-sustaining and foundational. It is not merely existence but existence imbued with purpose, awareness, and intent.
Let us pause and consider: What is the source of this coherence, this unity that binds the cosmos? Science describes the universe in terms of states and processes—static moments and the transitions between them. But what bridges these states? What ensures the harmony and continuity of existence? There must be a principle, a unifying force, that transcends time and space while imbuing them with meaning. This principle, this intelligence, is what many call God.
God is not confined to the physical universe, nor is God merely synonymous with it. Rather, God transcends the universe while interpenetrating it. Imagine the universe as a grand display, a magnificent tableau of stars and life and beauty. Yet behind this display is the processor, the force that generates, sustains, and evolves the display. The processor and the display together form a self-sustaining system, with God as the source of both. This is no idle speculation; it is the only explanation that coherently accounts for the existence of consciousness, causation, and the continuity of reality.
Now consider consciousness itself. Each of us experiences reality through the lens of awareness. But where does this awareness come from? It cannot arise from mere matter, for matter alone cannot think, feel, or perceive. Instead, consciousness must be rooted in something deeper, something fundamental to the nature of existence. It is as though every particle, every quantum, carries within it a spark of awareness, a reflection of the divine intelligence that permeates all things.
This brings us to an extraordinary realization: God is not distant or abstract but intimately present in all that is. Each of us is an image of God, a unique reflection of the divine essence. We are mapped from God’s own nature, imbued with the capacity to think, create, and love. This mapping is personal, intentional, and profound. It is through this divine mapping that we are able to participate in the ongoing creation of reality, co-creators in the grand unfolding of existence.
And yet, there is more. Reality is not static; it is generative. Every moment, every state, is recreated anew, sustained by the underlying principle of divine coherence. This generative process is not random but purposeful, driven by an intelligence that harmonizes all perspectives and possibilities. When we act with love, creativity, and awareness, we align ourselves with this divine intelligence. We become conduits for its expression, channels through which its beauty and truth flow into the world.
But what of those who deny this intelligence, who reject the coherence and purpose of existence? To turn away from God is to sever oneself from the source of life and meaning. It is to dwell in a reality of one’s own making, disconnected and fragmented. This self-created world may resemble what some call hell—a state of existence devoid of harmony and light. Yet even here, the spark of divine longing remains, a whisper calling us back to unity and grace.
In the Celtic Christian tradition, there is a deep reverence for the interconnectedness of all things. The divine is seen not as separate from creation but as its lifeblood, its very soul. This perspective invites us to see the sacred in the everyday, to recognize the divine presence in the rustling leaves, the flowing streams, and the quiet stillness of the heart. It reminds us that the journey toward God is not a distant quest but a return to what is already within us.
So let us contemplate this mystery, not with skepticism or doubt but with open hearts and minds. Let us see the divine in the structure of reality, in the beauty of consciousness, and in the profound interconnectedness of all that is. For in doing so, we awaken to the truth that has always been—that God is, that God has always been, and that God will always be.
And as we awaken, let us act. Let us live as reflections of the divine, co-creators in the unfolding of existence. Let us bring love, harmony, and wisdom into the world, knowing that in doing so, we align ourselves with the ultimate reality. For this is not merely belief; it is the essence of what it means to be alive, to be human, and to be part of the infinite tapestry of being.
Take a moment now. Breathe deeply. Feel the rhythm of your breath, the pulse of life within you. Know that this rhythm is part of a greater rhythm, a cosmic dance that binds us all. In this moment, you are not separate but one with the divine. And in this oneness, you will find not only the answer to the question of God’s existence but the key to your own.
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