EVAPORATING TRUST

How do we navigate a world of evaporating trust?  As society advances and technology takes over, we must ask ourselves – have we gone too far?  Behold, as time presses forth, it appears that the trust we once held in our fellow man is ebbing away.

 

Society often witnesses the shortcomings of its leadership, the act of betrayal from its loved ones, and the lack of professional care towards one’s well-being.  We need to start over by turning to a higher power and putting others before ourselves, as the Bible teaches in (Philippians 2:3).  “Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves”.  We must remember that to truly live according to God’s will we are to prioritize the needs of our fellow man above our own desires.  Let us commit to living our lives in accordance with HIS Divine plan, for only then can we find true fulfillment and satisfaction.

 

There is a danger in relying solely on technology and human knowledge.  Singularity is a term used in the field of artificial intelligence.  It refers to the hypothetical point in time when machines become smarter than humans and progress to become more unpredictable and uncontrollable.  Leading to a different world where traditional human roles become obsolete.

 

The Bible gives us truth regarding the importance of seeking guidance from a higher power in a world where trust is hard to come by.  It urges believers to read God’s Word, and it gives us steps we can take to reset our lives and prioritize our relationships with others, ultimately leading us to a more fulfilling and satisfying existence.  Look to the Bible for guidance on how to prevent our society from moving towards a point of no return.  In (Matthew 6:33) we can gain perspective on what truly matters and prevent ourselves from being caught up in the chaos of the world.

 

It is becoming evidently clear that we are living in an age where placing trust in governing bodies and other institutions has become a growing challenge.  Consider the pharmaceutical industry as an illustration of this point.  Despite the presence of natural remedies that may prove successful, countless medical practitioners continue to prescribe chemically engineered medications.  It is imperative that we approach this matter with steadfast conviction.  What of the noble dental profession?  Tragically, there are those among their ranks who would extract perfectly intact teeth for financial gain rather than truly serving the needs of their patients.

 

It is time to break the shackles of our current reality, and cast aside the veil that covers our eyes from the truth.  The time has come to demand transformation and turn the cogs of a societal rest – one that places the importance of our communities’ welfare above the often-illusory goals of wealth and authority.

 

As children of God, we are fearfully and wonderfully made in HIS image.  However, we live in a world that constantly bombards us with messages that we must alter our bodies to fit a certain mold.  But this goes against God’s plan for us.  It is imperative that we pause our worldly pursuits and acknowledge the uniqueness and beauty that God has instilled within each of us.  The solution to this issue is not to blindly follow societal standards and pressure, but to seek God’s guidance and strive to live according to HIS will.  Only by aligning ourselves with HIS plan can we find true peace and contentment.  Let go of the desire to conform and instead focus on becoming the best version of ourselves through God’s grace.

 

As stewards of the Earth that God has entrusted to us, in (Genesis 1:28), it is unacceptable that we have allowed our natural resources to become polluted and contaminated.  Only harming our health, but also the health of the planet that we call home.  There is still hope for a brighter future, but we must take care of the Earth, and do so urgently.  Starting with small steps to reduce our carbon footprint, reduce waste, and supporting environmentally friendly initiatives.  We must hold corporations and governments accountable for their actions and demand they take responsibility for the harm they have caused.  Remember to act selflessly, with a heart of humility and love, to restore the Earth to the beautiful creation God intended.

 

Another definition for the word singularity is the scientific explanation or theory regarding the origins of our universe, commonly referred to as the “Big Bang Theory”.  The theory imagines that our universe originated from a singularity – a space that was infinitely dense and hot – around 13.8 billion years ago.  It suggests that God created the universe as a singularity that exploded and cooled, forming galaxies, stars, and all other celestial objects that we can see today.  Including the cosmic microwave background radiation, light elements, and the rate of expansion of the universe.

 

Since God created the universe – could we be in an opposite scenario in which the universe is contracting back towards a singularity, or rather a “Big Crunch Theory”?  There is no evidence yet of the universe contracting back to a singularity, but God did create it in six days; so theoretically, HE could reverse things in much less time.

 

Therefore, as we journey through life, we must strive to walk in the light of God and move away from the darkness that leads towards destruction. (1 John 1:5-7) Says, “that God is light and in HIM is no darkness at all.”  If we claim to have fellowship with HIM and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth.  John is reminding his fellow believers that God, the creator of the universe, is completely pure and Holy, and there is no darkness in HIM at all.

 

This article is meant to emphasize the importance of reconnecting with nature in the natural world, and to our spiritual beliefs.  By doing so, we can avoid the darkness that comes with neglecting our environment and spiritual well-being.  The actions of humanity have a direct impact on ourselves and the universe around us.

 

Philippians 2:3
New International Version

3 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves,”

Philippians 2:3
King James Version

3 “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”

Philippians 2:3
Living Bible

3 “Don’t be selfish; don’t live to make a good impression on others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourself.”

 

Matthew 6:33
New International Version

33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

Matthew 6:33
King James Version

33 “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

Matthew 6:33
Living Bible

33 “and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to.”

 

Genesis 1:28
New International Version

28 “God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground.” ”

Genesis 1:28
King James Version

28 “And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth.”

Genesis 1:28
Living Bible

28 “And God blessed them and told them, “Multiply and fill the earth and subdue it; you are masters of the fish and birds and all the animals.”

 

1 John 1:5-7
New International Version
Light and Darkness, Sin and Forgiveness

5 “This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.”

1 John 1:5-7
King James Version

5 “This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.

If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth:

But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.”

1 John 1:5-7
Living Bible

5 “This is the message God has given us to pass on to you: that God is Light and in him is no darkness at all. So if we say we are his friends but go on living in spiritual darkness and sin, we are lying. But if we are living in the light of God’s presence, just as Christ does, then we have wonderful fellowship and joy with each other, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from every sin.”