You have value, and you have community.
Many are feeling alone and secluded right now and without value. Much of our society today is digital, without the face-to-face physical interaction with other human beings; and along with that comes a feeling of disconnect and a sense of not living in the real world. There are places where those feelings are taken advantage of by sales advertising, politicians, and agenda driven organizations.
Individuals are being convinced that their value is based on subjective standards, controlled by those intent on using those individuals for their own purposes. Any “betrayal” by the individual, and the subjective standards are twisted to attack the individuals worth.
“I will praise Thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.“
Every individual needs to understand, and treasure, the truth that they have God-given worth that is not subjugated by subjective, manipulative communications from those with an agenda. This understanding is fundamental in our interaction and treatment of others. But, it is absolutely foundational in viewing ourselves and for pursuing the purpose that God created each individual for.
How do you get connected?
It is important to get connected, in person, to others in your community. Many great volunteer opportunities are available all around us that can provide some purpose in our lives and help us discover our gifts. We can also visit those in our communities who can’t get out; those who are truly cut off from other. As we engage in our communities, we will find others with similar interests as us and we will begin to see a future for our communities and a role for each of us in that communities.
Many opportunities to connect with others are all around us. You can also find special interest groups and groups that can help you prepare for the future. You also find numerous religious organizations that can help you find purpose and direction and community.
“He who is void of virtuous attachments in private life is, or very soon will be, void of all regard for his country. There is seldom an instance of a man guilty of betraying his country, who had not before lost the feeling of moral obligations in his private connections.”
Samuel Adams
