In Pursuit of God

Gosh, May has been so beautiful here. My garden is really putting on a show, and I love to spend time outside right now.

It’s like I can feel God everywhere, and in everything. And now that I believe God literally is everything, I don’t even have to wait for springtime to arrive to feel this sacred presence.

I’ve been pursuing God for as long as I can remember. When I was a young child, I stood in awe of religion, thinking it would bring me to God. As a young adult, I poured myself into religious studies, and by age 30, I was a zealous proponent of my chosen religion.

When churchianity came tumbling down around me, I didn’t know what to think. Would I still pursue God? I certainly hoped so, especially since my pursuit of God was what caused me to question the teachings I’d believed for my entire life.

And yes, I did continue to pursue the holy…and then I realized that everything was holy. Everything has a sacred, intelligent force flowing through it. I’m in awe of it, and amazed that I get to experience consciousness as a human being.

God still couldn’t be more real to me. “Answered prayers” are still going strong. I’m learning to go with the flow of life, and to enjoy everywhere it takes me.

I’ve recognized the innate power that is inside of me is real, and is a part of God, too. We are creating something each moment, whether it be the thoughts inside of our head, or an artist’s masterpiece. I’ve discovered that both the little and big things in my life are a way to pursue God. I believe there is a Christian song that says, “Little is much, if God’s in it.” I believe this with all of my heart.

Yes, I think I will pursue God for the rest of my life. What a beautiful way to spend my time.