Title: Embracing True Living in a World of Contrasts (04/08/'24) -Viewpoint

Title: Embracing True Living in a World of Contrasts In life, the true fear should not be of death, but of never truly beginning to live. Our world is filled with individuals who, though breathing, are not alive in the truest sense, and conversely, those who have passed on yet leave a lasting legacy that continues to inspire. The deepest loss we face is not death itself, but what dies inside us while we live, a sentiment echoed by Jeremiah's reflections on the prosperity of the wicked and the suffering of the just (Jer 12.1-2; 14.17-18). He observed a world where outward success often masks inner emptiness, and where genuine hurt and misdirection pervade, even among those expected to lead and heal. This calls us to a life of purpose and action, to not just exist but to truly live and ignite the inner light that guides us toward a more profound understanding of success and fulfillment. Pastor Steven G. Lee (April 8, 2024)