Reflecting on God’s First Revelation Through Our Human Nature
Introduction: The Spirit-Filled Life and Inner Revelation
Have you ever wondered how, deep down, there’s something in you that senses the presence of God—even before anyone explains it? The spirit-filled life isn’t just about outward acts or religious routines. It begins with an inner awakening, a quiet revelation that bubbles up from our very nature. Let’s take a moment to reflect on how God reaches out to us from the inside out, and what that means for our journey.
The Idea of God: How Our Nature Points to God
Long before we read a sacred text or hear a sermon, most of us have felt there’s “something more”—a higher power, a guiding presence. This isn’t just wishful thinking or something we pick up from others. Our very nature gently nudges us toward the idea of God. It’s like a compass built into our hearts, always pointing us toward something greater than ourselves. We may call it God, the Creator, or simply Love, but this inner sense is universal and profound.
Moral Law: Knowing Right and Wrong Within
Along with the idea of God, we all carry a sense of right and wrong deep within us. You might call it your conscience. Even before anyone teaches us rules, there’s a quiet voice that cheers us on when we do good and tugs at us when we fall short. This “moral law” isn’t just a bunch of dos and don’ts; it’s a living reminder that we’re meant for something more—meant to be kind, honest, and caring.
Innate Knowledge: Before Any Teaching
What’s amazing is that these ideas—the sense of God and the moral law—are innate. That means they’re part of us from the start, not things we just learn from parents, teachers, or society. This inner knowledge is like a seed planted in every human heart. It doesn’t matter where you’re born or what you’ve been taught; there’s a certain “knowing” that comes naturally, no instruction needed.
Our Obligations: Loving God and Others
With this inner revelation comes responsibility. Deep down, we realize we’re called to love—not just God, but also the people around us. Our moral nature whispers that life isn’t just about looking out for ourselves. It’s about caring, forgiving, and lifting others up. This sense of obligation isn’t about guilt or pressure; it’s an invitation to live fully, connected to both the divine and our fellow human beings.
Awareness of Shortcomings: The Need for Grace
Of course, if we’re honest, we all know times when we don’t live up to this inner calling. We get impatient, selfish, or hurtful. This awareness doesn’t mean we’re failures—it means we’re human. In fact, noticing our shortcomings is part of the spirit-filled life. It gently reminds us that we need help beyond ourselves; we need grace. Grace is that undeserved love and forgiveness that God offers us, helping us to start fresh, again and again.
Conclusion: Embracing the Spirit-Filled Life
To live a spirit-filled life is to listen to that inner revelation—to let our hearts be open to God’s presence, to follow the moral compass within, and to answer the call to love. It’s also about accepting God’s grace when we stumble. This journey isn’t complicated or reserved for the “super-spiritual.” It’s for everyone, right where we are. May we all embrace this gentle, powerful invitation to know God more deeply and to love more freely every day.
Minister A Francine Green
February 2026
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