Magnificent Universe
We drove on a gravel road for half a day until we arrived at a village where my aunt lived. It was my first experience being out of town. We ate a light dinner and chatted until late that night. After dinner, as I stepped outside for fresh air before going to bed, I was struck by what I saw! The sky was a canvas of stars, each one brighter and closer than I had ever seen before. It was a sight that filled me with a sense of personal connection, as if the universe had come down to speak with me. It was an unforgettable experience to witness the beauty of the magnificent universe!
It's overwhelming but also calming to watch the magnificent creation. The beauty of the creation is truly splendid. Yet, while watching the stars, gigantic skies, and galaxies, we may feel a strange presence! This experience of awe and wonder, of feeling a part of something much larger than ourselves, is what often leads us to spiritual awareness. We may wonder if there is more than what we see, something invisible, powerful, and vibrant! What if we could fearlessly see and meet the creator of all these wonders?
But why should we even consider having friendships with invisible beings?! Let's think deeper. We feel blessed when we have good company. We love to be noticed and appreciated for who we are and what we can do because we experience life through relationships, a life with meaning and value. We are born to live in a community and enjoy life together. But sometimes, even when surrounded by our close friends, we feel insignificant or isolated. Even worse, we don't feel like serving any purpose when lonely or experiencing a broken relationship.
Fame and wealth don't build lasting relationships. On the contrary, many successful people feel empty and miserable! So to fill this void, we pursue a greater level of intimacy, greater security, and a genuine and intimate friendship with someone real or even imaginary, someone who understands and cares for us!
One day, we'll come to the profound realization that we are not merely flesh and bones, born from our earthly parents, but from our Creator, the architect of both the visible and the unseen universes. He has instilled in us an eternal and invisible essence. This personal touch from our Creator makes our quest for life's origin, purpose, and meaning all the more significant. Like an adopted child, our souls incessantly seek and hunger for the truth about our roots. But how can we bridge the gap and communicate with our invisible Creator?
It's fascinating to note that everyone, from religious leaders to scientists, from psychologists to philosophers, hold conflicting perspective on the mystery of creation. While the clouds of misinformation may have obscured our vision, our Creator continues to extend his hand, eager to reveal his genuine nature. We may have formed some ideas about him, but they will pale in comparison when we encounter him personally!
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Questions (True or False):
- We experience life in relationships.
- We are eternal beings.
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