You know what's undervalued in today's society? It's not Bitcoin, it's not some hot startup, it's faith.
I'm talking about faith that serves as an eternal flame in the heart that scares the powers that be.
A couple of weeks ago, I was in a conversation with a friend that turned to faith. My friend posed a question: why do those in positions of power historically loathe those who possess faith?
Here's the thing. When you're talking about people in power, they prefer control—control over situations, people, and ideologies. But faith? Hope? Those are wild cards, man. You can't put faith in a box, tie a ribbon around it, and slap a price tag on it. Those with faith look at the world differently; they exude a certain energy that screams "uncontrollable." They got this fire in their eyes, a look that says, "You can't break me because I believe in something greater."
When you've got faith, you're bulletproof. That's because your faith gives you purpose, and purpose is the greatest armor you can wear. I realized this myself when I was a teenager. Something clicked, and the fire in my belly just didn't fade. You know how people go to motivational conferences and feel pumped for like, three days? And then they're back to square one? Yeah, that didn't happen to me. This fire, it's stayed for two decades plus and counting. It's like choosing your enemies wisely, but also choosing your allies wisely. And there’s no greater ally than faith.
Faith is a force multiplier. It makes you punch above your weight, defy expectations, and shake the very foundations that those in power try to maintain.
So, next time someone tells you that faith is a risk—or that faith is irrational and pointless, just smile and nod. They don't understand that the real risk lies in a life devoid of faith, a life that bows to the whims of those who'd rather see you controlled than free.
Keep the faith, keep the fire, and let it guide you through this journey called life. You'll be amazed at where it takes you.