Why did God make possessing material things so desirable? So we can choose the right reason to get closer to Him. If owning things was like owning slime, we might seek out The Almighty because materialism would be disgusting. So we strive to become more connected to the All Powerful when we are able to prioritize our values and sincerely feel He is our true destination for happiness.

Stars begin as dark, loose matter which slowly forms together. As that matter takes on it’s own shape and character it begins to shine. That is when observers can see and appreciate it.

You are that star.

Every good deed you perform is medicine healing your world from its present state. It doesn’t matter how great it is or how many you carry out, they are all powerful medicine. You might do something you know is good but you feel is insignificant. It’s not. That effort may be the one which cures an ill and makes your world healthier.

The next time you do a good deed, and each time after that, believe in your heart that it will be the one which heals your world. Your deep belief will eventually turn into reality.