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I believe in the value of coincidence, and that paying attention to coincidences can lead one to believe in everyday miracles. If the collective force of those coincidences counts as a god, I believe in one - if not, I don't.
I think they do, and I try to pay as much attention as I can. The most important thing I've learned about my 'god' so far is that it is much, much, much more pervasive than I am - so it's taught me to be right-sized. Or, you could say, humble.
As far as what you believe - just remember it's only what you believe and I don't need to benefit from the joy you are experiencing. Thinking that your beliefs need to be mine is nothing short of blatant self-centered ignorance. It seems pervasive in people who claim to be religious.
I was brought into a Christian church as a kid and exposed to religion, but it seems really stuffed to me. Do all this stuff now so you can get to heaven later. Sorry - later I'll be worm food.
A close friend gave me the best sage on religion one afternoon. He said, "This is the remedial planet. Don't expect to see any burning bushes or become some enlightened soul. Just get up every day and do your best not to hurt anyone, including yourself."
So that's what I try to do. And I try to pay attention...
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