What does that mean to you? Every life has value. Right? Of course that is true. But few place value on what they do with their lives.
Since we get our life breath (Ruach) from the Creator, it is a far gone conclusion that we will use our words, actions, careers, relationships, gifts, and talents as an expression of said Creator. But most people do not. That's why so many people are miserable. They don't know why they are here.
This may be hard for some to believe, but money does not make people happier. It amplifies who you really are when no one is looking for good or for evil.
We've all heard of those celebrities who had all the fame and money they ever dreamed and ended up in rehab. So if you are empty. It does not fill the void. It amplifies the void.
It's very important to know who you are, what you want (desire) out of life, and where you are going. You can not pay for someone else to tell you who God created you to be.
That comes by sitting in quiet meditation. Think. Ai can not help you with this.
However, you can get pen and paper and just start writing in a journal until there is nothing else to say. Do it regularly. You would be surprised at how much you have been delaying the real and best you from emerging.
Don't be surprised if the mud comes up first. It's like pouring water into a dirty glass.
Since every life does matter, we should consider how we use it. When you treat life like a precious commodity, you make different choices. You also treat others as if their lives matter. It does.
Based on what you know about yourself, what job or career would you choose that would add value to your life, family, and community? What person would you choose as your spouse if that relationship made you and that other person better people and thus better contributors to society? What values do you share in common?
Whether it be a job, career, relocating to a new area, or starting a relationship, think of the long term value you will add to the world thereafter in some small or large way. Hint; this is one instance when bigger is not necessarily better.
Small steps (made consistently) can make wonderful ripples of positive change in the long run. Just something to think about before you make that next life changing move.
You are not to return to God what you were when first sent. You are to be more.
"Not only did the teacher attain wisdom by careful observation, study, and setting out many proverbs, but he was also generous with his knowledge and eagerly shared it with people.
"So be warned, my child, of anything else that might be said! There is no end to writing books, and excessive study only exhausts the body. And, when all is said and done, here is the last word: worship in reverence the one True God, and keep His commands, for this is what God expects of every person. For God will judge every action—including everything done in secret—whether it be good or evil." Ecclesiastes 12:12-14