Years ago, I had a delightful conversation with a woman who was convinced that God/Spirit had a definite plan for her life. She was also convinced that this same God continuously presented her with "lessons" to learn as she walked her specific path through life.
Since that time, I have spoken with many who believe this is true for them as well - that there is a specific plan God has in mind for them, even before they are born. Does this idea or belief eradicate any possibility of personal freedom or individual choice? I believe it does.
It seems to me that life is so much bigger than my finite idea of what is "the right path" - as if there is only ONE. In my heart of hearts, I believe we are always on our "right path" since that is the one we are experiencing at the present moment. As life is lived moment by moment, if we are fully engaged - if we are awake, aware and present to the life force pulsing through us right now - we are on our right path cause this is where we are and nothing else exists!
Yes, it does appear as if we grow in consciousness along a specific path. However, I believe that path is of our own choosing. What might bring me joy or allow my heart to open more fully to life, may not be the same for another. What life presents to me and through me allows my own individual awareness to expand or contract as I choose to engage with it or not.
Ultimately, it is I who determines my own "lessons" and it is I who chooses my reaction or response. Consciously or unconsciously, I am always choosing even tho sometimes it appears the path has been chosen by some force outside myself.
What is your personal belief about the purpose of your life journey? Might be fun to explore it a little.
Blessed be
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