Yes! Cause and effect happen simultaneously. This is something I’ve written in different wording in many poems. I totally agree.
Everything encloses the seed of its future. But it’s just the seed. It needs our action (co-action) to become real and "tangible" .

Yes, the theist would say it the way you mentioned. It’s also what my ancestors used to say "Along with Athena, you also have to move your hands".

Thank you very much for this meaningful interaction, Michael.