Albert Einstein

Again, I must say I like this writing. I do identify myself as a Christian, but since I was 12 years old, I have had this devout love for science as well. It has made my faith feel stronger at times, whereas it has also made me feel as if God might not be real. Reading Einstein's words kind of make me feel as if it is okay to believe in religion but also have a huge basis of my belief in science. I feel those same emotions toward science that he stated of a scientists religous beliefs: That they are completely intrigued by natural law. I LOVE figuring out the exact chemical response and psychological reasons that make humans the way they are. I guess I am coming to the conclusion that God gave us science and curiousity to explore these mystical beings by which we call 'life.'

franz kafka

When I read this writing, all I could think of is how ironic all of his sayings were true. It's kind of like, we are the hand that holds ourselves down, but without that hand, we would not be free, either. I really like this because in every situation, I think that peace can be found, if you are true to why you are doing things.

Philo

This writing was so cool. I really liked it because there are so many times that I am driving down the street and admiring how beautiful a pink or purple flower is all by its lonesome in the middle of a brown field. I always feel so lucky that God gave us all of these wonderful creations; that God gave us eyesight to take in all of these wonders; the senses just to ignite in us passion for life. To know him, is of the wisest nature. I truly believe that when you let down your guard and let Him in, you are filled with the most abundant happiness and laughter.
I just wish I could get back to that...

The Hermetic Writings

First off, I have to say, "Wow." That writing was extremely emotional for me toward the end, and I am not too sure why. Maybe it is because "God is all around" as the writing reads. Lately I have been questioning my belief in Him, mainly because of the election. And then listening to the audio of Julia Sweeny on Wednesday's meeting. After hearing that, I walked around gloomy for the rest of the day. No joke. Reading this entry in the text though, was sort of a pick me up... something that I needed. "Wanting to know God, is the road that leads to God..." (34) this quote is so true to me, and others might disagree. But I feel that if you want to KNOW Him, then you will walk the path. If you do not want to know God, then ignoring that path will lead you away from Him.