The Magic Spark Inside

Hey there, young adventurers! Have you ever wondered if there's a whole universe inside you just waiting to be explored? Let's embark on an exciting journey to discover Gnosticism, a path of finding our own little world within us! It's like discovering a secret garden or a hidden treasure chest right in your own backyard.

Let's imagine Gnosticism as a magical adventure story, where we are the main characters, brave explorers set on a quest to find a beautiful hidden spark inside us. Now, this spark isn't like a regular spark from a fire or a sparkler on the Fourth of July. No, this spark is unique, it's magical, it's a piece of the whole universe, and it's very, very special.

The Gospel of Thomas, one of the Gnostic books, teaches us, "Whoever discovers the interpretation of these sayings will not taste death." Wow, sounds intense, right? But let's break it down. Imagine you're reading a difficult riddle in a mystery book, and finally, you figure it out! You feel excited, right? Well, discovering these sayings, or teachings, is kind of like solving that riddle. It gives you a feeling of joy and excitement and lets you understand life a bit more.

In another Gospel, the Gospel of Philip, there's a beautiful idea, "You see yourself in it. When you come out from it, that which you see is saved. It is with you." Imagine looking into a magical mirror that shows you not only your face but also this spark inside you. And the best part? This magical mirror is inside you. You just have to close your eyes, look within, and find it!

Another interesting idea in Gnosticism comes from the Gospel of Thomas, where Jesus said, "Rather, the Kingdom is inside of you, and it is outside of you." So, imagine a magical kingdom that is both inside and outside you. You are not just a part of this kingdom but also a brave ruler who can discover and explore it!

Remember when you make your toy cars or dolls have conversations with each other? Or when you imagine yourself being a superhero, flying high above the clouds? These are moments where you express yourself, where you use your imagination and creativity. Gnosticism supports this! It wants us to understand ourselves and express ourselves in our own unique ways. It's like the Gospel of Mary says, "There is no such thing as sin, but it is you who make sin when you do the things that are like the nature of adultery, which is called sin."

In simpler terms, it means when we're being unkind or dishonest, that's when we're not being our best selves. But when we're being honest, kind, and creative, we're living up to our potential - our magic spark inside.

So, young adventurers, let's embrace the journey of Gnosticism and become explorers of our own secret gardens, our own magical kingdoms. Let's shine with our own unique spark and make this world a brighter place. The magic is inside you, and it's just waiting to be discovered! Happy exploring!

~Valeria Emerson~