Even though you posted this blog months ago, I just read it today for the first time. I must say how similar our views are. This is something I too struggle with on my journey through life.

Growing up, I was never raised in an very religious household, but one of Christian beliefs. We went to church occasionally, but it was never a focal point of my upbringing. My parents always allowed me the opportunity to speak my mind & develop my own thoughts. I’ve always tended to be a bit more analytical about things and if I can’t see something that proves a result it doesn’t hold weight with me. Therefore, the idea of there really being a higher power has always been a difficult concept for me to grasp–as I have no proof or validity of this entity. My brain tells me that this can’t be possible, but then my heart & soul struggles with the fact that there must be something more.

Needless to say, it’s a subject that I continue to explore throughout life. I also feel very spiritual in my life–connected to the earth, the people around me and those that have passed on. Thank you for sharing your point of view. It’s always comforting to know that we’re not alone in our thoughts & beliefs!

Best, Michelle

Karyn

I’m so glad you came back to comment. I appreciate your sharing your outlook. It’s funny how we can both look at nature as so spiritual and come to different conclusions!

You ask the question, “what is the point of here and now?” I’d say to have joy.

I think everyone at some point in life contemplates these same questions. I truly believe that there is a God and we will live after this life. I believe that families can be together forever. But I also feel that this is the life that we need to focus on. Why would my children or husband want to live with me forever if they don’t like me now? Somedays I’m sure they question if they do want to be with me forever. I love a quote from Abraham Lincoln, “When I do good, I feel good.” I know if we do what is right now, loving our families, treating others with respect, following God’s commandments that we will be able to live with God and our loved ones after this life. I think it is important to have a goal in sight but we need to live now and enjoy life.

And if you don’t believe in God or an afterlife at least you know you were a good person and lived life to its fullest, hopefully making a positive influence on family, society and the earth in the meantime.