Quote by Mark Nepo

The further I wake into this life, the more I realize that God is everywhere and the extraordinary is waiting quietly beneath the skin of all that is ordinary. Light is in both the broken bottle and the diamond, and music is in both the flowing violin and the water dripping from the drainage pipe. Yes, God is under the porch as well as on top of the mountain, and joy is in both the front row and the bleachers, if we are willing to be where we are.

The further I wake into this life, the more I realize that G

Summary

This quote suggests that as one goes through life, they begin to understand that divinity can be found in every aspect of ordinary existence. The extraordinary and sacred are present in even the most seemingly mundane things. Light exists in both the beauty of a diamond and the imperfection of a broken bottle. Music can be found in both melodious instruments and the sound of water dripping. God's presence can be felt universally, whether one is in a humble environment or a grand place. Joy can be experienced anywhere, if one is open to appreciating their current circumstances.

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