Butterfly Effect

The last few weeks I have seen the world a little differently. Since we first discussed the notion that we all have a preconceived mission or assignment from God, I walk around more cautiously, observe my surroundings more closely, regard my interactions with others more purposefully. I believe that we all as Christians know that we are called for a divine purpose, but for the first time, I feel that not solely in my head but in my soul as well. Does that make sense to anyone?

You may have all heard of the butterfly effect, or the chaos theory. What Edward Lorenz first popularized in the 1960's was that theoretically a butterfly could flap its wings and thus cause a change in atmospheric conditions, could initiate a wind storm or tornado, and affect the world all over. Simply, a small change in the condition could initiate other small changes, which ultimately leads to major phenomenal effects. This is how I am starting to view my assignment.

We all have read or heard stories of people doing a little thing that blows up big and takes off. How about on a smaller scale. One kind word or positive encouragement, or listening with more intensity, or writing a friend an uplifting e-mail, could have dramatic effects that we may never realize. I may never have to utter the word "God" to have Him be seen.

Did I know that before? Sure, I did. But I'm not convinced I walked around daily with that purpose in mind.

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