A Personal Perspective on Divinity
Throughout my life, many Christians and many individuals from different religious backgrounds have approached me with a question that seems to be etched into our collective spiritual psyche: “Do you believe in God?”
My response is always a bit unexpected: I don’t believe in God. I *know* God. There’s a profound difference between the two, and this distinction shapes my entire spiritual paradigm.
### The Nature of Belief
Belief is an interesting concept. It stems from uncertainty and acts as a bridge between the known and the unknown. When we believe in something, it signifies that we hold it to be true without concrete evidence or direct experience. It’s a leap of faith. It’s the trust we put into things unseen or unverified.
But with knowledge, the dynamics change. Knowledge is grounded in experience, indisputable facts, or personal revelations. When we know something, it is deeply entrenched within us, forming a part of our identity. It’s not just a thought, but a lived experience.
### The Unshakable Foundation of Knowing
To say that I know God is to say that my relationship with the divine is not based on stories, scriptures, or what someone else has told me. It is based on a deep, intrinsic realization. An unwavering certainty that God, or the essence of all there is, permeates every molecule, every thought, every fleeting moment of our existence.
When we come to such profound realizations, words often fail to capture the depth of our experience. To know God is not about conforming to religious doctrines or performing rituals, although those can be paths leading toward this understanding. It is about an inner awakening, a cosmic “aha” moment where everything clicks into place.
### Why Does This Distinction Matter?
In our journey through life, both belief and knowledge have their roles. Belief can be a starting point, a motivator to seek deeper truths, to question, to explore. But belief can also be limiting if it keeps us tethered to dogmas without encouraging personal experience or exploration.
Knowledge, on the other hand, propels us forward. It gives us confidence, clarity, and a sense of purpose. When it comes to the divine, knowledge transforms our perception of the world, ourselves, and our place in the vast expanse of existence.
In conclusion, the journey from belief to knowledge is deeply personal, profound, and transformative. It is about breaking free from external validations and finding the truth within.
Morgan O. Smith
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