How can two lives end up so differently? The two had been raised in the same house with the same parents. Growing up they attended the same schools and church. When they were old enough to leave their parents house, they both took similar paths through college. One went out into the world and took care of himself. It was all about getting the right job and meeting the right people to climb the ladder of success. No one would get in the way of obtaining money and power. Near the end of his life, he was filled with bitterness, resentment and depression. Everything just seemed so meaningless. What was the point? Alone and hurting everything appeared bleak.
The other one also worked hard but always kept God and Jesus Christ at the center of his everyday life. For this one, it was all about building a life of meaning and purpose. There were successes and failures to be experienced along the way. Money and power were never the main objects only the means to an end. God was placed first in every area of life. Near the end of his life, he was filled with joy, purpose, love, peace and a generous spirit.
The big question is how will you live your life?