PERCEIVING GOD

Northern Lights occur when charged particles from the Sun reach the Earth. The stunning displays are most often seen near the North and South poles because the Earth's magnetic fields are quieter there. The more powerful fields around the central areas of the Earth deflect the solar particles toward the poles, where they freely interact with the atmosphere.

"Be still and know, that I am God." Psalm 46:10

God is always speaking, but our difficulty in hearing him is often because busy thoughts, agendas and emotions deflect his quiet voice, just like the strong magnetic fields around the center of the Earth deflect solar particles. As our preoccupations become quieter and less dominant, we are more likely to perceive the colors and textures of God.