There is no such thing as a coincidence.  Albert Einstein
reasoned that, "God simply does not play dice."   While we
may not fully understand the reasons behind certain events,
there are laws and order in the universe specifically
designed to facilitate harmony and prosperity for all
living things.  Yet, as humans, we violate not only man's
laws, but also the laws of the universe.  It's as if an
"insanity" bug has plagued the world community which has
now reached epidemic proportions.

Perhaps that's because knowingly, or unknowingly, we choose
not to live in harmony with the laws of the universe and as
a result of our actions we experience failure,
powerlessness and discord.

Take for example one law - the law of cause and effect.
Chaos seems to be the norm these days rather than the
exception, but that is not the cause for our collective
pain and misery.  That's only the effect resulting from an
underlying cause that has to do with our own failure to
observe and cooperate with the laws of the universe
characterized by honoring all living things.  Since
personal accountability is demanded of us in our daily
lives, why should we expect things to be any different on a
grander scale - such as in the universe?

When greed, lack of awareness (the ability to see the unity
in all living things) and the erosion of solid moral
values, so inherent in a society driven by a materialist
values system, cloud our thinking and numb our hearts to
the point where we can't tell the difference between right
and wrong, we invariably experience failure and lack - lack
of prosperity and security to lack of real joy, real love
and a sense of meaning and purpose.  Perhaps we need law
and order to save us from ourselves.

Law and order are there for a reason.

In order to illustrate the value of having law and order on
a grander and spiritual scale, imagine for a moment if
there were no traffic lights - there would be nothing but
chaos and every one would stand to lose.  Law and order are
necessary "tools," not so much to restrict us but rather to
enhance the quality of our lives by preventing us from
"bumping" into each other, causing accidental mayhem and
bringing destruction and chaos upon ourselves by default.

But of course, rather than taking a good look at ourselves
in the mirror, it's always much easier to point the finger
at someone or something else, like God.  After all, no one
can really prove it or disprove it either.

Remember the classic story of the kid who failed to bring
his homework to school and blamed it on the "monster" who
ate it?    Perhaps it's time to make peace with the fact
that there are laws and order in the universe that are
actually good for us all. So, if you don't like the effect
(the current climate of world insanity that erodes any
sense of security and joy), why not remove the root cause
first.

It's easier than you think.  Just by living in harmony with
the laws of the universe, we can all achieve security,
prosperity and freedom.  And if it's peace and cultural
harmony you wish to experience, perhaps the words of Jimi
Hendrix that "only when the power of love replaces the love
of power, can there be peace on earth," will resonate with
you too and inspire you to be the change you wish to see in
the world.

Who knows maybe we can even all use the name of God without
embarrassment either... 

Copyright © 2004-2005, Geela
Author of "The American Dream"
http://www.Geela.com 

Geela is an award winning singer/songwriter/composer, columnist, 
and author of the best-selling book "THE AMERICAN DREAM," her 
true- life story of how she came to America as a young immigrant 
with nothing and overcame incredible obstacles to achieve 
mega-success. She founded ONE SPIRIT, ONE WORLD to help children 
and promote a culture of peace and harmony. Get a free sample of 
her music and her book at http://www.Geela.com