I expect to read profound quotes about God from religious leaders, prophets, philosophers, and the like. I was surprised when I found a great quote about God and religion from Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence. To me, the quote reveals a very spiritual man with true faith in the goodness of God. Here is the quote;

Say nothing of my religion. It is known to God and myself alone. Its evidence before the world is to be sought in my life: if it has been honest and dutiful to society the religion which has regulated it cannot be a bad one.

To me, the above quote speaks to a religion not of words - but of service. If you haven't read some of Jefferson's quotes, they are truly worthwhile reading. The wisdom and vision of America's founders had to be divinely inspired.

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Do human beings really hear from God? The answer is yes, they do. The voice may not come with His trademarked lighting and thunder but He is still talking to people who are willing to listen. In the Gospels Jesus said that God is seeking those that will worship Him in Spirit and in Truth.

In Spirit and in Truth

Scriptures and religious teachings can mean different things to different people. As I ponder what Jesus was referring to I believe that He was saying that God seeks people who are trying to live a spiritual life and love the truth. He may communicate in the form of imparting inspiration, intuition and divine revelation. God wants to reveal the Truth, but He can only reveal truth to those with an open mind to receive it!

God Speaks To Those Who Want To Hear

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