For the past 2 months, I've had a question perpetually on the surface of my mind. I can't get rid of it. In my quiet moments of peace, the question rises. It's disconcerting. It disturbs a sense of silence and placidity.
"What does it mean to live a life of significance?"
Some of the people I've phrased this question to are very skeptical because as christians we aren't supposed to be living for ourselves and to make our name known. But I feel my question isn't in conflict with humility. I feel like as Christians we are called to make a difference in Christ's name, but I can't figure out what that looks like. You have Paul who made a difference through vocal evangelism and leadership. You have people like Ruth who pretty much made a difference because she had a kid. And then there are priscilla and acquilla who worked--who made a difference through their normal, ordinary occupation. The practical side of faith: to take care of the orphans and the widows. The oppressed. It seems like leading a life of significance looks different to everyone.
So my question is... what does it look like for me? How can I best live my life so that I have no regrets at the end of it all?
