In a world where logic and reason dominate, it’s easy to overlook the spiritual dimensions of life. Many people don’t believe in God, and they have their reasons. But what if we’re missing a significant part of our existence by ignoring the spiritual reasons behind the events in our lives? God and religion are topics as vast as the universe itself, touching on deep questions about existence, purpose, and the cosmos. In Cameron R. Lorenc’s book, “You Cannot Cancel God – Eight Infinite Gifts of Religion,” he challenges the notion that God can be excluded from our lives. He argues that not believing in God doesn’t impact God; rather, it impacts us.

Not trusting in God doesn’t make God go away; it just changes how we see the world. Some believe life happens by chance or through various forms of logic, scientific or not. Thinking about it this way might feel free at first, but it can result in feeling alone and less hopeful when we run into tough times. Believing that spiritual purpose exists behind events in our lives can give us a sense of belonging and connection that just using logic cannot account for. This doesn’t mean we stop using reason. Instead, we add faith to it. Believing in something greater helps us find deeper meaning in life and gives us strength and hope during hard times.

‌Believing in God and taking part in religious activities can help you feel a strong sense of community. When you belong to a group that shares your beliefs, you find support and friendship, helping you through both happy and tough times. This community can support your growth, give you opportunities to help others, and connect (remove “you”) with traditions that bring more meaning and belonging to your life.

Religion provides important moral vision, helping our children understand what is right and wrong. Through its teachings, stories, and guidance, religion helps people build strong ethics and personal values. This guidance can help family members with decisions, shape how we act, and guide us in handling life’s challenges and relationships. Even when we don’t fully agree with every religious concept, the moral lessons from religion can still provide helpful advice for living a good and meaningful life.

For many people, faith is a vital source of comfort during tough times. Believing in a kind and caring higher power who looks out for us can bring a lot of strength and comfort. This feeling of having support helps us deal with life challenges more bravely, comforting us with the thought that there’s a bigger purpose to our struggles. Many religions also teach about an afterlife, which helps us understand that there’s more to life than just the pain and challenges we face now. This belief encourages us to keep going with hope and peace, trusting that our difficulties are part of a bigger plan.

‌ Through his book, Lorenc …deeper understanding of our lives. He invites, “If you have neglected the religion of your youth, consider gathering your family together and return.”