To understand the universe, first you must understand it is designed for free will. As I contemplate quantum mechanics that underlie the known universe, I am struck how the design of the universe allows us to make real significant decisions. We matter. There is at least one thing we can do that God cannot. That simple thing is to be grateful. To live a grateful life of joy secure knowing God loves us.

Tis a strange God who demands we let Him in voluntarily. He could take by force, but asks in still small voice. He lets us go, so we can come to him. I speak this as a full Calvinist, sure God is in complete control, so my salvation is not based on anything I do, yet He calls me to be a disciple. A disciple committed to live fearlessly, joyfully obedient. Living in a world where everything I/we do is of cosmic significance. Where he lets me go so I can fail.

This is the great paradox. God is fully in control, I/we but insignificant speck of cosmic dust. Yet everything I/we do is of cosmic significance. Every word we write, every action carries divine importance.

A question for the club. What does it mean to be a disciple of Christ, a follower of the Way?