Quote Originally Posted by delusionsofNORMALity
i'd think that one should define what we mean by the term "god" before even beginning any discussion on the logic of faith. it seems that sentience is an integral part of the definition of god. it must have the will to effect us and our world, implying a self-awareness and a desire. this seems to rule out the uncaring energy of the universe. humanity has created this concept. by claiming that our understanding of it is illogical, you also make the claim that the concept itself is illogical. by claiming that god is the universe itself, you deny the very meaning of the term and, in doing so, deny the existence of god. redefining god does not validate its existence, it denies it.
Our understanding of God at this point is not logical. It is based on incomplete knowledge. Claiming that God is the universe in no way denys the existence of God. It is a statement who's purpose is to attempt to gain understanding. What is more correct, to say God is a gray bearded fellow who rules a heavenly domain, or to say God is all? One can not separate God from the universe. If God made all, all is made from God and is God.

Indeed the forces of the universe are uncaring and harsh. But yet, the universe attempts to understand its self. That understanding of its self takes the form of us or any sentient being who strives to unlock the secrets of time and space, for we are a part of the universe.

That being said, it would hold true that we also are a part of God, for we are a part of the universe.

We will not truly understand God till we have complete knowledge of the universe. To know the universe is to know God.