Today, I had a moment that truly made me reflect on the state of the world and the condition of our hearts.
As I stood in line at a busy coffee shop, I observed two women who had just ordered their coffee.
They were visibly upset about the wait time, which wasn’t long at all - about 10 minutes.
Their frustration and complaints filled the air and it struck me deeply.
Here I was, standing in line for my almond latte, a small luxury in the grand scheme of things.
Yet, on the other side of the world, people are living in war zones, facing deliberate starvation, humiliation, being killed mercilessly and enduring unimaginable oppression.
The reality of this is overwhelming and made me question our own humanity.
💓 Are the atrocities happening in the world a reflection of the condition of our hearts as a collective human race?
💓 Have we become so consumed by our own trivial inconveniences that we fail to see the broader suffering and injustice around us?
Our unconscious behaviors often lead us to ungratefulness, blinding us to the privileges we enjoy.
This isn’t just about waiting in line for coffee, it’s about our capacity for empathy and compassion - or the lack thereof.
In moments like these, I find myself deeply reflecting on how we, as individuals and as a society, can ensure that our actions, no matter how small, contribute to a better world.
We are living in a Godless society, and I truly believe that if God were at the center of our hearts, these atrocities would not be happening.
Our collective consciousness and actions have a powerful ripple effect.
Thank you for taking the time to reflect with me.