Here’s a story that gently reminds us of a powerful truth.
Imagine a group of the world’s greatest scientists, confident they’ve unlocked the secrets to creating life itself. They decide to hold a meeting with God, telling Him that their discoveries mean He’s no longer needed — that humanity and life can now be made by science alone.
God listens calmly and asks them to demonstrate.
The scientists eagerly scoop up some dirt, ready to prove their claim.
But God smiles and says, “Sorry, you’ll need to bring your own dirt.”
That simple story speaks volumes about a truth we often overlook: life itself is not ours to command or control. It’s a gift — a precious, fragile gift — that we borrow each day from something greater than ourselves.
We can get caught up thinking that what we have — our bodies, our relationships, our talents — are possessions we’ve earned or created. Yet, the reality is far humbler and far more beautiful: these blessings are entrusted to us on loan.
Even the people we love, the places we cherish, the very breath we take — they all come from the same source, quietly sustaining us every moment.
When we pause and see this, a quiet awakening happens. We begin to notice the unexpected blessings hidden in each day — the gentle morning light, a smile from a stranger, the calm in a shared moment.
Life invites us to walk through each day with gratitude and reverence for this abundance we often take for granted.
So today, take a deep breath and step into appreciation. Recognize that this day — this very moment — is a gift. And in that awareness, you begin to reclaim the sacred power of your own life.
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