What do I have that is truly my own? When I have thoughts about life, God, other people, is it only my thinking? Maybe these thoughts come from a cast of players who have had an influence on my life. There are my parents and the generations that preceded them, my family background and history. There are my friends, my mentors, my teachers, my culture to consider. There are the experiences I have had in life that involved others. All of these factors might be involved in the thoughts I am having.
Hopefully, there are my faith and relationship with God that has a significant place in who I am. Has my trust in God’s love for me enabled me to put my life in God’s hands? That kind of faith, hope, and love can make my life become an adventure. I do not have to be overly anxious. I am able to reflect on how God has helped me and cared for me through all of life’s ups and downs. I know that deep within that feeling God will be there in a very unique way in what occurs in the future. Yes, the cast of players has a part to play in who I am, but it is God who created me, redeemed me, and calls me to fulfill my destiny. That will make all of the difference.
- Who are some of the persons who have had a major influence on your life?
- What are some of the characteristics of your heritage that continue with you?
- Has your faith played a major part in who you are?
O God, help me to realize that no person is totally alone.