The New Physics tells us that matter is energy. Einstein's equation and quantum physics tell us that "molecules vibrating" plus "electronic fields" equal "level of solidity."
What the heck am I doing teaching science in a priesthood? Well, before you light the heretic torches, let me explain. Jesus said that if you believe or have faith you can move a mountain. The laws of electromagnetism show that the mountain is composed of electromagnetic energy and can be affected with a focused energy. So faith, in a "focused energy" sense, has a strong scientific basis.
"Surrendering to God" can allow intuition to move in, and as a Christian recognizing the Holy Spirit, this can be a powerful creative force. A nod to Malcolm Gladwell's "Blink" theory, and a sideways glance at George Lucas' "The Force." But no, this is NOT New Age stuff. God is a living God, and cannot be lessened to any degree. The problem is we only see glimpses of God at any point in time, and to behold his full glory would kill us (this is the reason why Israel's High Priest enters the Holy of Holies with a rope around his ankle... so his corpse can be pulled out in case God decides to drop by).
"The kingdom of God is within you." Luke 17:21 couldn't be more clear about Jesus' assurance. Surrendering to God is an active choice that has benefits. Remember that Jesus is the Way, so you won't get lost in all the similar, confusing beliefs of the world, scientific or spiritual. "Narrow is the way to life, and few find it," according to Christ. Stick to Jesus, and start moving mountains.
Greetings
Royal Priests are everywhere. Any believer of Jesus the Christ our Lord and Savior is called to priesthood. Any heart that is restless and breaks free in small bursts of grace, any soul that persists under pressure, any mind that ponders the vastness of the glory of God is a Royal Priest.
Not to take too much of the spotlight, but this blog is my part in the story, indeed The Greatest Story Ever Written - the story of God and mankind. Though the holy fire has been doused somewhat with my reunion with the world, the embers are here - with the hope that you, dear reader, might have enough to light your way. Remember, Our Lord is always with us...even in everyday moments. Nothing is so "real" that it loses its spiritual side. If you need anything, know that His Door is always open and His Light is always on. May God bless you always, my friend.
Answer the call, and begin the adventure of your life.
Royal References & Recommendations
- Websites - Godsblogs.org, Godspeaks.com, Desiringgod.org, Multnomahbooks.com
- Music - Jars of Clay, DC Talk, The Fighting Temptations OST, Don Moen, Ron Kenoly, Hillsong
- Movies - The Passion of the Christ, The Greatest Story Ever Told, Barabbas, The Ten Commandments, The Gospel of John, The Prince of Egypt, Joseph: King of Dreams
- Books - Experiencing The Heart of Jesus Books 1 & 2 by Max Lucado, The Pleasures of God by John Piper, The Purpose-Driven Life by Rick Warren, God's Blogs by Lanny Donoho, Gods of Power by David M. Steyne
