I have been learning about the truth for twelve years now; How can I have only comprehended it for twelve years - It is because; I chose to accept the validity at nine years old - I believed this because of my desire to please my grandparents and mother - I didn't receive it because I had seen God do something for me - I acknowledged the truth desiring that I'd finally fit in somewhere - It wasn't until later that I learned the difference between good and evil. 

I learned the truth - Yes, I learned about Jesus - How he was the ultimate sacrifice Given so that all humanity could know God again as a father [I retained that he was born to die [in my place,] I acknowledge he was prophesied about in days of old.]

I learned about his ministry and parables depicting a domain (A kingdom)  unseen by man; Through music, I've seen his heart for me and have grown closer in my relationship with him. 

Yes, this is a relationship - I have learned this as well - It's another misconception about choosing to believe in the truth - This is not some religious agenda - If you consider the simple reality, you eventually learn the meaning - This is not to be a rigorous, self-righteous mountain to climb - No. It is a simple relationship. So, what is it everyone needs to learn? 

God does not want to punish you; he wants a relationship with you.

"And he said, "Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." - Matthew 18:3