Christianity’s vision:
A relationship built on praise. Endless choirs, declarations of “holy.” You admire from afar, He receives from on high.
It feels inspiring… but it’s distant. Like standing in a crowd, singing to a king in his palace.
But here’s what no one tells you: Awe alone doesn’t equal intimacy.
Judaism’s vision:
A relationship built on closeness. Not escaping the world, but filling it with G-dliness. Every commandment, every act of kindness, justice, every moment of humility — It all becomes a channel for His light. This isn’t admiration from afar. It’s partnership. It’s intimacy. It’s making your life into His home.
Paradox:
Christianity says: “You are connected because of His grace.”
Judaism says: “You are connected because a soul is a creation of G-d.”
Takeaway:
G-d doesn’t just want your songs. He wants your presence. He wants a world where His light (G-dliness) flows through you. That’s closeness. That’s relationship.
Why didn’t jesus teach the 7 noahide laws meant for all nations? https://nextself.ai/spirituality/the-hebrew-bibles-universal-code-for-all-nations-is-simple/
Misguided faith is better then no faith: https://nextself.ai/spirituality/heres-a-truth-people-miss/
Explore the NextSelf Blog. Start with this post explaining the world of souls. And my Youtube.
The blog lists all the difference patterns to study, understanding patterns is how one can develop 'Daas' [felt knowing].
Update: As awe, trust, and love deepen, they can allow greater openness and intimacy with the Creator. That intimacy can include sadness when you notice how much more of His goodness can be revealed.