The Unanswered Questions

All of us are troubled at times by the unanswered questions of life. All of us wonder at times about the point and purpose of many things, and even wonder why we are here. Such thoughts may sometimes come because we are too close to the routine of each day – too close really to see ourselves or to see the over-all objectives. If we could step aside from the rush and routine to which too many of us are too much tied, we could no doubt get a fresher perspective and picture. Life is short and swiftly moving for all of us, no matter how long we live. And if there were no more purpose in it than is sometimes superficially seen, we should have cause for frustration and for some cynicism. But as a counter-remedy to these recurring feelings of frustration, let each man ask himself as if he had never heard it questioned or considered: “Why are we here on earth?” While we do not understand all of life’s possibilities, we may have the certainty and assurance that we are here as part of an eternal plan and purpose. We are here because a loving Father gave us life. We are here to develop faith, to think, to choose, to seek and to accept truth. We are not here primarily for pleasure, although happiness is an important part of the purpose. We are not here primarily for the wealth of this world, although the good things of the earth may rightfully be ours – as we work for them. We are here to learn and not to remain in ignorance, to keep the commandments, to conquer ourselves, to learn to live together. And when we fumble and fall short, which all of us do, there is always the comforting thought that we were sent here by a loving Father, who sent us not to fail but to succeed. He understands our hearts, our problems, our possibilities. He does not expect of us presently impossible perfection – but he does expect of us an honest and sincere performance. And with our willingness, He will help us to return to Him with the purpose of this life completed, and with everlasting opportunities with those we love. And despite discouragement and sometimes weariness along the way, the hope, the promise, the certainty of things to come makes all the effort infinitely worthwhile.