In this captivating exploration of spirituality and existence, Mo Pulido’s “I Was God for a Second” presents a collection of 50 interconnected essays that challenge traditional religious dogma, explore the power of imagination, and question the very fabric of reality. Pulido’s thought-provoking prose delves into the nature of God, asking whether divinity is all-powerful or fallible, present or inexplicably absent. He examines the human condition, wrestling with the inherent complexities of our existence, from our capacity for great love and compassion to the darkness that can reside within us. Throughout the book, Pulido emphasizes the importance of the human spirit and our potential for transcendence.