What Makes Your Life Meaningful (revisited)

We all want our lives to matter. Modern culture tells us to find significance through achievement, success, and influence. In this episode, I explore a different path—one rooted not in striving, but in relationship. Drawing on Colossians, Simone Weil, and the Christian vision of the Incarnation, we consider what it means to receive meaning as a gift rather than manufacture it for ourselves.Spiritual Practice: Receiving Life as GiftOnce each day this week, pause for a moment and ask:What in my life today is gift rather than achievement?Notice whatever comes to mind, and give thanks.PrayerLoving God, help me receive what you freely give. Amen. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jakeowensby.substack.com/subscribe