Why does this world so entrance us? It lures us into its embrace, deceiving our hearts--we think it is our home. We want to enjoy life. "Live life to the fullest." We think of all the ways to have fun. We party on the weekends to relieve the stress of the daily grind--week after week, month after month. "Vanity of vanities, all is vanity." "Eat, drink and be merry." This is the world's attitude, and we are drawn into it.
Why are we so entranced? What about this pointless existence holds our minds, appeals to our souls, and captures our bodies? Why live a meaningless, empty, yes, even vain life?
Put some meaning into your life. Don't let the daily grind wear you down. Don't let "earth's vain shadows" hide what your life could be like.
"Fear God and keep His commandments." "Remember your Creator in the days of your youth." "Take every thought captive to Christ's commands." "Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven."
May our lives be a reflection of His light, and may that light brighten the shadows of the vain existence of the lives of others.
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