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A modern formula for futility and meaninglessness is pushed on us nowadays. Our kids are brainwashed with it in public schools -- "nothing plus time equals everything." But doesn't that formula leave life empty?
Something in human beings longs to be inspired — to believe in high ideals, to experience meaning and purpose in life. World literature is full of stories of the human quest for noble causes; the struggle to overcome evil and establish mercy, love, and justice; and the willingness to sacrifice and endure pain for the good of others. The inner sense that there is more to human life than a mere body that dies has filled people with hope and caused people to seek better lives for themselves and others, both here and hereafter.
But if we are nothing but a cosmic accident — an unplanned blob of blood, brains, and bones — does anything about our lives really matter? Hasn’t the modern view of human origin pulled the plug from our higher purpose and passion for life?
It sure seems like today people are disposable. Gunmen shoot them down. Doctors suck them out of their mothers womb in pieces. The elderly are warehoused. Those who can’t or won’t “make it” are mainly shoved aside, ignored or taken advantage of.
Personally, I like the ancient formula much better. It gives me hope, encouragement, meaning, and value. “And God created man in His own image.”  |
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