i can only imagine

the tesseract (also known as the hyper-cube) is a four-dimensional object, whose sides are made up of cubes. nobody has really seen an actual tesseract (because we live only in a 3-dimensional world).. but mathematicians have long been able to discuss its properties, as well as those of other higher-dimensional objects (er.. is this getting too geeky? hehe..)

if nobody has ever seen or touched a tesseract, how can mathematicians be so sure that it exists? and why is it that they can be so sure of its properties and characteristics if they cannot even observe it through their senses?

one word: imagination

yes, contrary to popular belief, mathematicians are very creative. in fact, scientists have shown that there is a strong correlation between the artistic (specifically musical) and mathematical abilities of people. that is, if you are a mathematician, chances are you are also good in language/communication, music or art :)

math people are able to accurately describe (seemingly) “nonexistent” objects simply by using their imagination. and not only that, they can also “create” weird objects (and dream up the most out-of-this-world situations) by the same means. even the concept of infinity is nothing new to them.

but no matter how creative or imaginative we may be, there will always be a limit to what our brains can grasp and envision. because our finite minds are not designed to fully comprehend the infinite. at least, not in this earthly dwelling place.. :)

my years in the community have not enabled me to know all there is to know about him. i confess i don’t fully understand the concept of the trinity. nor do i fully grasp the immensity of his unconditional love for me. the most i could do is to imagine.. and to keep holding on to the hope that one day, i will see the fulness of his glory..

i can only imagine when that day comes,
and i find myself standing in the sun
i can only imagine when all i will do is forever, forever worship you
i can only imagine

surrounded by your glory, what will my heart feel
will i dance for you, jesus, or in awe of you, be still
will i stand in your presence or to my knees will i fall
will i sing "hallelujah", will i be able to speak at all
i can only imagine.. i can only imagine..

for now, i can only imagine. but i don’t mind. because i know that being with him.. meeting him face to face would definitely be worth the wait :)