The Lucid Truth

Lucid has five definitions in the fourth edition of Webster's New World College Dictionary. The words bright, shining, transparent, clearheaded, and rational are used to define lucid. It is also defined as "designating an interval of sanity in a mental disorder" and "clear to the mind; readily understood." Aside from the meaning related to a mental disorder, one might say that most of us desire lucid truth. Isn't it uncertainty and confusion and the suspicion we are being duped that creates a most unsettling feeling? Therefore, the lucid truth is something to be treasured.

Admittedly, the truth is not always so "shining." The truth is not always "readily understood." The most important truths are bright and shining, though. To me, the most valuable truths, echoed throughout history and repeatedly proven, are words and works of Jesus Christ. Before you leave thinking this is just a sermon of religious bias or a blind proselytizing effort, let me explain.

Why do we still talk about Jesus? He has a significant following who believe he is God. Why? We believe he offered the truth. And not just one truth about how to make it to paradise. He offered many truths about life and love. He befriended the poor and despised. There is something there worth considering. He did not pursue riches and power, interestingly. He taught. What did he teach?

I believe life is full of moments and situations meant for enjoyment and growth. I will use this space to remind you and myself of wisdom and lessons reiterated for centuries in stories. Often, simple and clear truth is forgotten in the hustle and bustle of life. I want to remember what God has spoken to me through the day-to-day occurrences. I want truth to be lucid and relevant and effective in my life. I will share with you what God has reminded me on a hike, while working, or spending time with family and friends.

Truth can be very general and very specific. Sometimes I will be general and sometimes I will be specific. I look forward to your thoughts and, perhaps, learning about what truth you are being reminded.