I believe that each of us are here for a purpose. We are not just some random occurrence. The creation of a life, any life, is a miraculous event. We all want to know why. That is a question we all ask ourselves at some point, why are we here ? Can we know the answer ? No, I don't believe that we can. We may convince ourselves that we do, but it is an illusion. We may commit ourselves to a specific course of action believing that is our destiny but that doesn't make it so. It does ease the journey however when that situation exists. Being convinced of ones " purpose " in life is akin to the belief in God. It is a very good thing ! For the believer the proof is everywhere and no outside reaffirmation of that belief is required. For them truth has been revealed. More importantly is that those folks have accepted that " revelation " as truth. That is the key to belief and to faith. The acceptance of truth without reservations. An absolute.
Do we need to know our purpose in order to fulfill it ? That answer would have to be, no. The purpose will be fulfilled regardless of our actions or inaction for that matter. I do think it would be easier to know what that action is, but that is also not for me to decide. That action would need to be revealed to me, as truth, and accepted by myself as such. Thus far in life I have not been shown that action. That doesn't mean I am not fulfilling a purpose just that I am not aware of it. I may never be aware of it. Could be I don't have the need to know.
Which is the greater struggle ? To know and attempt to fulfill your purpose, or not know and still fulfill that requirement ? In the first scenario that person would have been convinced and accepted as truth, that purpose. Their struggle would be to maintain that faith, that conviction. In the later it is the absence of conviction that troubles the individual. A feeling of unrest may accompany that absence of awareness.
There is a fine line between motivation and madness. The acceptance of an absolute is often viewed as a form of madness. That occurs when others do not see that truth. When that " truth " motivates a person to act contrary to what is socially acceptable we label that person mad. It requires the person to do some physical harm to themselves or others, or be an imminent credible threat to do so before it is officially recognized. This " madness " is often used to explain the inexplicable actions of others. It is the acceptance of a false reality that is the underlying cause. The action is merely the effect. That is the danger of adopting an absolute. Doubt and uncertainty are normal human emotions.
How can we know truth, as an absolute ? That is a matter of faith. Faith is a matter of trust. That trust must reside within yourself and depend upon no outside support. Others may reaffirm that trust and share that truth with you, but they cannot provide it. They also should not be allowed to convince you of anything, the key is acceptance. That acceptance must come from within. That acceptance must not rely upon on outside influences or physical evidence. Physical evidence does not disprove truth, only reaffirm it. It does not limit what is possible, only displays what knowledge we have gained.
Do I believe in an absolute ? That is the question I began the day with. Why that question is on my mind I do not have an explanation for. Perhaps it has something to do with the beginning of this Christmas season. A matter of faith. Yes, there are absolutes. Do absolutes limit you ? No, they do not. Absolutes are merely the foundation of faith. Selecting the material we build with is our own responsibility. It is the confidence in that material that provides us with peace of mind. Are you certain that you have chosen wisely ? Can any of us know that answer ? Each day provides us with an opportunity to rebuild. Each day a new beginning. You just need to decide what it is you wish to build.
Do we need to know our purpose in order to fulfill it ? That answer would have to be, no. The purpose will be fulfilled regardless of our actions or inaction for that matter. I do think it would be easier to know what that action is, but that is also not for me to decide. That action would need to be revealed to me, as truth, and accepted by myself as such. Thus far in life I have not been shown that action. That doesn't mean I am not fulfilling a purpose just that I am not aware of it. I may never be aware of it. Could be I don't have the need to know.
Which is the greater struggle ? To know and attempt to fulfill your purpose, or not know and still fulfill that requirement ? In the first scenario that person would have been convinced and accepted as truth, that purpose. Their struggle would be to maintain that faith, that conviction. In the later it is the absence of conviction that troubles the individual. A feeling of unrest may accompany that absence of awareness.
There is a fine line between motivation and madness. The acceptance of an absolute is often viewed as a form of madness. That occurs when others do not see that truth. When that " truth " motivates a person to act contrary to what is socially acceptable we label that person mad. It requires the person to do some physical harm to themselves or others, or be an imminent credible threat to do so before it is officially recognized. This " madness " is often used to explain the inexplicable actions of others. It is the acceptance of a false reality that is the underlying cause. The action is merely the effect. That is the danger of adopting an absolute. Doubt and uncertainty are normal human emotions.
How can we know truth, as an absolute ? That is a matter of faith. Faith is a matter of trust. That trust must reside within yourself and depend upon no outside support. Others may reaffirm that trust and share that truth with you, but they cannot provide it. They also should not be allowed to convince you of anything, the key is acceptance. That acceptance must come from within. That acceptance must not rely upon on outside influences or physical evidence. Physical evidence does not disprove truth, only reaffirm it. It does not limit what is possible, only displays what knowledge we have gained.
Do I believe in an absolute ? That is the question I began the day with. Why that question is on my mind I do not have an explanation for. Perhaps it has something to do with the beginning of this Christmas season. A matter of faith. Yes, there are absolutes. Do absolutes limit you ? No, they do not. Absolutes are merely the foundation of faith. Selecting the material we build with is our own responsibility. It is the confidence in that material that provides us with peace of mind. Are you certain that you have chosen wisely ? Can any of us know that answer ? Each day provides us with an opportunity to rebuild. Each day a new beginning. You just need to decide what it is you wish to build.
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