Throughout recorded history, mankind has jumped through all sorts of hoops in an effort to answer this question. Have you ever stopped to wonder why? Could it be that there is something -- or someone -- beckoning?
Could St. Augustine have been right, when he wrote in the third century that "Our hearts are made for God, and we are restless until we find him?" Could it be that there is more to this life (as the song goes) than living and dying?
Maybe we've made our search too complex...
After all, many of the world's religions come packed with a tremendously detailed list of do's and don't's -- all of which are supposed to help us connect with God. Maybe the answer is much simpler then we think.
What if the God of the universe had already taken the necessary steps? What if he had done the hard part in enabling us to connect with him? What if the God who created everything was just as interested -- perhaps more interested -- in having a relationship with us than we are with him.
This is exactly the sort of God who is revealed in the God of the Bible. A God who is here. Not pushing, or forcing his way into our lives, but who invites everyone to turn to him -- the source of real life.
Top Ten List:
1. Realize he is here, and he's not silent
2. Speak to him. Ask him to reveal himself to you.
3. Discover more about him. Check out his bestseller -- the Bible.
4. Come to terms with the fact that he loves, loves, and loves you some more.
5. Make him a priority in your life.
6. Don't be afraid to ask questions...there is no subject worth studying more.
7. Choose God's direction for your life.
8. Each day discover new ways to discover and follow him.
9. Open your own arms to his love.
10. Find and get connected in a healthy and loving local church.