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What We Do In Life . . .

1/16/2021

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 . . . echoes in eternity. 

I've been thinking about this short scene from the movie Gladiator quite a bit lately.

There are times in life when destiny reveals itself in the lives of individuals. Contrary to popular belief, individuals are free to turn away from destiny, but if they make this choice, the thing they choose over destiny is no longer destiny but something altogether different.


Either way, the choice individuals make when faced with destiny do indeed "echo" in eternity.

Note: I am of the belief that all choices in life echo in eternity, but some obviously echo louder than others.   
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Kyle
1/19/2021 06:04:30

I can relate to this scene. I’m at a place where I’ve escaped the city life, and live in the countryside where my daily focus is on ways to cultivate the land for a somewhat sustainable life. Even though it’s a peaceful life style, what about it ‘echos in eternity?’ There is a part of me that feels compelled to share, write, and reach out to a larger audience. God only knows how much we need more people to wake from slumber.

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Francis Berger
1/19/2021 10:23:02

@ Kyle - I spent most of my life in and near big cities, but since 2015, I have lived in small rural village of 650, so I can relate to what you're saying to a certain degree.

Concerning the notion that a somewhat secluded, "peaceful" life may not echo, I highly recommend that you read a recent post by Kevin McCall at No Longer Reading, and Bruce Charlton's comment to the post afterward. I think you may be able to draw some encouragement and perspective about the possibility of your current circumstances "not echoing in eternity."

https://nolongerreading.blogspot.com/2021/01/important-saints-for-our-age-and.html

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Kyle
1/26/2021 15:22:23

Thank you, Francis. After reading what Kevin wrote and Bruce's comment, it surely did draw up a bit of encouragement!

Francis Berger
1/26/2021 15:35:57

@ Kyle - I found Kevin's post helpful; I'm glad to hear you did, too.

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