In today’s world, where climate change, societal violence, and health crises loom large, it’s challenging to harbor hope. With an increasing sense of loneliness and isolation, many yearn for a sense of community and belonging. It’s easy to see our current state as a blueprint for despair, with many awaiting a divine intervention to restore order.
But what if the Divine is already active, not in the skies but in us? Rather than waiting for a celestial sign, perhaps our role is to actively shape a brighter future.
A common saying suggests, “Have patience with me; God is not finished with me yet.” Taking this to a grander scale, perhaps the universe, with its infinite expansion and diversity, isn’t finished either. Instead of lamenting over a once “perfect” world that we might have tarnished, consider the possibility that everything remains a work in progress.
Recognizing that we’re unfinished means acknowledging our present agency. We possess the power to shape the future with every decision, contributing to the greater good. Hope is derived from the belief that the present isn’t a definitive end but an evolving narrative. As co-authors of this narrative, we have the exciting, albeit daunting, responsibility to influence the Great Unfolding positively.
Relying on external intervention might seem like the easy route. However, what if our actions, choices, and intentions are the very interventions the world needs? Instead of passively awaiting redemption and extrication, we can actively participate in the Universal Dance, making both our world and the broader cosmos better. This notion is simultaneously exhilarating, overwhelming, and above all, hopeful.
Hope IS possible here and now!
Questions for Further Thought:
How do you define your role in shaping the future?In what ways can you actively contribute to a brighter tomorrow?Do you believe that our actions can serve as divine interventions?How can the idea of an “unfinished universe” reshape your perspective on current challenges?
Infinitely Precious 