Looking back on my life, the word 'fortune' comes to mind first. But I firmly believe this isn't mere chance, but a special blessing bestowed upon me by God.
Recalling my childhood still leaves a lump in my throat. I lost my father in the flames of war and grew up in extreme poverty. The streets were filled with the scars of war, and people's eyes were tinged with despair and pain. Yet, even in those circumstances, I grew steadily and moved forward bit by bit.
Now, as I reflect on the past, I realize that all those hardships and trials actually tempered and grew me. My father's absence was a deep wound, but it also made me stronger and more independent. Poverty was challenging, but through it, I learned the true value of life and gratitude.
Every situation we face has meaning, shaping us into better individuals. My progress to where I am now is clearly God's grace and blessing. But equally important was recognizing that blessing and striving to live a life worthy of it. Isn't there a saying that fortune favors the prepared?
Life is truly a mysterious and wondrous journey. In this journey, sometimes painful, sometimes joyful, we continuously grow and learn. I can say my life has been fortunate because I've tried to accept every moment with gratitude and find meaning in it.
This realization didn't just stop at personal reflection. Through it, I began to see others' lives in a new light. Every person's life has its share of big and small difficulties and blessings. What matters is how we receive and interpret them.
This perspective has been immensely helpful in my life as a pastor. Whenever I listened to the worries of my congregation, I strived to help them discover the hidden meanings and blessings in their lives. Sometimes I cried with their pain, other times I laughed with their joy.
Now, in the twilight of my life, I feel an even deeper gratitude. Even the difficult moments have become precious memories. All those experiences have shaped me into who I am today. I intend to live the rest of my life with gratitude and humility, sharing the blessings I've received with others.
Life goes on. We face new challenges and opportunities every day. What's crucial is how we receive and handle each moment. I will continue to accept every moment with gratitude, seeking meaning within it. That, to me, is truly living a 'fortunate' life.
Recalling my childhood still leaves a lump in my throat. I lost my father in the flames of war and grew up in extreme poverty. The streets were filled with the scars of war, and people's eyes were tinged with despair and pain. Yet, even in those circumstances, I grew steadily and moved forward bit by bit.
Now, as I reflect on the past, I realize that all those hardships and trials actually tempered and grew me. My father's absence was a deep wound, but it also made me stronger and more independent. Poverty was challenging, but through it, I learned the true value of life and gratitude.
Every situation we face has meaning, shaping us into better individuals. My progress to where I am now is clearly God's grace and blessing. But equally important was recognizing that blessing and striving to live a life worthy of it. Isn't there a saying that fortune favors the prepared?
Life is truly a mysterious and wondrous journey. In this journey, sometimes painful, sometimes joyful, we continuously grow and learn. I can say my life has been fortunate because I've tried to accept every moment with gratitude and find meaning in it.
This realization didn't just stop at personal reflection. Through it, I began to see others' lives in a new light. Every person's life has its share of big and small difficulties and blessings. What matters is how we receive and interpret them.
This perspective has been immensely helpful in my life as a pastor. Whenever I listened to the worries of my congregation, I strived to help them discover the hidden meanings and blessings in their lives. Sometimes I cried with their pain, other times I laughed with their joy.
Now, in the twilight of my life, I feel an even deeper gratitude. Even the difficult moments have become precious memories. All those experiences have shaped me into who I am today. I intend to live the rest of my life with gratitude and humility, sharing the blessings I've received with others.
Life goes on. We face new challenges and opportunities every day. What's crucial is how we receive and handle each moment. I will continue to accept every moment with gratitude, seeking meaning within it. That, to me, is truly living a 'fortunate' life.
