Great post. Actually for those who get their ideas about God from what is called the Bible (both Jewish and Christian religions do), that book is pretty clear that the reality we see and experience IS the reality of God -- God put US in control of this earth, our choices, and others. How we use that control as nations, churches, synagogues, or individuals is what makes the difference in how we live out a belief system. Hope you are teaching the next VBS! :-) Thanks for a great piece here. Jane