S3 E33: Up, Down, and Inside: Where Do We Find God?

About this episode

Christy Granda explores the concept of God's presence being both above us and within us, encouraging a deeper understanding of spirituality.

What if heaven isn't only "up there" in the clouds, but also beneath your feet and dwelling within your heart? Beginning with the peaceful image of lying in a hammock on a sunny summer day, watching clouds drift by and imagining heaven above, Christy Granda explores how naturally we place God somewhere far away—up in the sky, beyond our reach. Drawing from Psalm 19, the Ascension, and the image of the apostles staring upward as Jesus is taken from their sight, we're reminded that they weren't meant to stand still, stiff-necked and gazing into the heavens forever. They were sent to move, to preach, to heal, and to build the kingdom of God here on earth. Christy invites us to shift our understanding of where God is: not only above, but also down as the firm foundation beneath our feet, the cornerstone that steadies us, and inside as the One who dwells in our hearts and comes to us in the Eucharist. With warmth and beautiful imagery, we're challenged to carry that awareness into every interaction, every act of love, and every step we take after leaving Mass. So if you find yourself in a hammock this summer, watch the sky—but don't forget to feel the ground beneath you and the…

People in this episode

Host: Christy Granda

Topics covered

• God's presence
• spirituality
• faith
• Eucharist
• heaven
• self-awareness

Keywords

• God
• heaven
• spirituality
• Eucharist
• faith
• Psalm 19
• Ascension

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Psalm 19

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