Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Finding God

Today I’m reminded of a client who questions the idea of a Higher Power. Not that he thought he was God. But he grew up in a Godless home devoid of spiritual influence. So he has little frame of reference.

I suggest that if he’s seeking evidence of God he needn't look far.

For example, as I write today, I watch the surf from the deck of our condo in Imperial Beach.

And above the shoreline is a swirling cloud of small white birds hovering over the breaking waves. Once in a while one dives into the water and emerges with food. It’s a beautiful scene. It's one an artist might capture on a canvas.

And in settings like this I see the hand of God.

Even though I’m living in this cocoon of technology, in relative luxury, a hundred feet away is the complex majesty of our Creator.

Those having problems finding a Higher Power need only look at the simple miracles around them.