For the last thirty years, I have developed a sacred routine of immersing myself in meditation, allowing this spiritual practice to become an integral part of my everyday existence. To clarify, I believe that systematic theology and doctrinal truths are vital in shaping our understanding of the Christian worldview. They serve as the foundation that grounds us in a personal and active comprehension of life and reality. Our perception of everything around us—our understanding of existence—is deeply influenced by how we think. Our imaginations and inner thoughts shape the way we see the world, which is why our worldview is constantly challenged by the limitations of our physical senses—what we see with our eyes, hear with our ears, and feel with our bodies. In truth, each of us is like a universe unto ourselves—interpreting external reality through the lens of our inner experience and consciousness. Our perception of the present moment is never fully in the present; it is always filtered through our memories and mental impressions. True transparency and clarity come not from holding onto a fixed point of view but from engaging in the act of perception itself—an act that is inherently fluid and dynamic. From our internal vantage point, we are always viewing a past that can never be reclaimed, and our visions of the future on earth remain fleeting dreams, incomplete and often illusory when compared to the eternal horizon. In essence, reality is not something static or possessed in the fleeting now; rather, it is a state of consciousness—a continuous reliance on God that unfolds moment by moment. It is this ongoing dependence that shapes what we experience as reality. Our choices, then, are often predetermined by the conditions of our inner selves—our soul’s needs, desires, and spiritual state—rather than solely by external circumstances. Everything we interpret is filtered through our inner condition, which makes it all too easy to waste precious moments on trivial pursuits or superficial concerns that hold no true weight in the grand scheme of existence. I do not mean to suggest that the physical objects and images surrounding us are insignificant—they are very much real and meaningful. However, it is our perception of these objects that ultimately constitutes our reality. To truly understand what someone else perceives about reality, one must look beyond the physical realm into the metaphysical—those unseen connections and divine influences that operate beyond the reach of the physical senses. These invisible links are rooted in divine flow, in the eternal life of God, and they serve to connect past, present, and future in a seamless, divine unity before the throne of God. Our personal experiences—joy, sorrow, peace, love—are timeless; they transcend the boundaries of space and duration. When we revisit these moments in memory, we find them alive and vibrant within eternity itself. Living with an eternal perspective—that is the key to understanding true reality. By adopting this view, we participate in the divine glory, experiencing the sacred not only through spiritual insight but also through physical existence. This is how we discover the divine presence within the temporal world: by recognizing that the spiritual and material are interconnected within the great, everlasting flow of God's life. Jesus warned us that worry and anxiety trap us in the immediate circumstances, preventing us from perceiving the larger eternal picture. If only we could detach ourselves from the grip of the present moment’s worries, we might step beyond the relentless march of time itself and see the eternal truth that underpins all things. Have you ever thought about how the present is like water slipping through your fingers—an illusion of importance born from the mistaken belief that it exists independently of eternity? The present moment is elusive; it cannot truly be grasped or held onto, because it is inherently fleeting and transient.