The poor-quality image took me to a bygone era, generations before my time. My impressions from the image speak to false bravado, confidence bordering on arrogance, and lives driven by envy of what s/he did not have. In the past, it was old money living through facades and reputations, often without present reference points. As I look at the characters of that time, “I observed all the work and ambition motivated by envy. What a waste! Smoke. And spitting into the wind.” (Ecclesiastes 4.4)
Life’s whispers invite me into a day with so much more.
With equality, everyone, myself included, has an opportunity to make a difference. It is not about the external, be it power, wealth, status, or standing. It is about the character of my soul. In my words and actions, I have opportunities to reveal the strength of character that cares enough to be kind and compassionate. I can embrace the unlovable. I can support those in need. I can stand for the powerless. In short, I can be the individual who brings hope, acceptance, and meaning to those around me.
Without pretence, I open a door to vulnerability and acceptance. It is difficult for those who see their guilt to accept forgiveness. In being open and vulnerable, I can provide a helping hand to those struggling to accept help. With each embrace, I demonstrate the truth of Divinity’s gift of unconditional belonging. It is hard to ask for help. It may not be easy to accept it. What I say and do can reduce the challenge with both.
Divinity offers all the opportunity to collaborate as partners. In my awareness, I discovered my core purpose statement. I know I cannot do everything. I have a part, my personalised role to play, that will be critical to those I can support. I have faith in my abilities to complement others, so my starting point is collaboration. There is much work to be done and so much difference to be made for a better future. I hear today’s call, come, now is the time.
