Joe McDonald
Joe McDonald
If its not Tangible If its not Sensory It's not God
If its not Tangible If its not Sensory It's not God
If its not Tangible If its not Sensory It's not God
Tuesday 21st September 2021
Discover how sensory experiences shape our understanding of God in this episode of Position of Neutrality with Joe McDonald.
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Get the buttons here!Sensory Spirituality: How Perception Shapes Our Understanding of God
If it's not tangible, if it's not sensory, then it's not god.
Ever wondered how your senses play into your spiritual journey? In this episode of 'Position of Neutrality', Joe McDonald takes a deep dive into the phrase 'God as we understand him', often mentioned in Alcoholics Anonymous. But he doesn’t stop at the surface. Joe explains that the 'we' refers to the founders of AA and their unique, personal experiences with God.
He makes it clear that this phrase doesn't mean every interpretation of God is correct, but that each person's perception is valid to them. Joe brings in the story of Bill, one of AA's founders, whose understanding of God was shaped not by religious teachings but by a powerful sensory experience. Sitting across from a fellow alcoholic, Bill felt and saw the presence of God in a tangible way.
This episode isn't just about abstract ideas; it's about how our senses are crucial to our spiritual lives. Joe argues that as sensory beings, our understanding of the world—and spirituality—comes through what we can see, hear, and feel. He ties this back to step three of AA, which involves turning your will and life over to God as you understand Him.
Joe's discussion is both practical and profound, making you think about your own sensory experiences and how they shape your spirituality. Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on the journey for years, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the role of perception in recovery.