The Brave Little Soul
Not too long ago in Heaven there was a little soul who took wonder
in observing the world. He especially enjoyed the love he saw there
and often expressed this joy with God. One day however the little
soul was sad, for on this day he saw suffering in the world. He
approached God and sadly asked, “Why do bad things happen; why is
there suffering in the world?”
God paused for a moment and replied, "Little soul, do not be sad,
for the suffering you see, unlocks the love in people’s hearts.” The
little soul was confused. “What do you mean,” he asked.” God
replied, “Have you not noticed the goodness and love that is the
offspring of that suffering? Look at how people come together, drop
their differences and show their love and compassion for those who
suffer. All their other motivations disappear and they become
motivated by love alone.”
The little soul began to understand and listened attentively as God
continued, “The suffering soul unlocks the love in people’s hearts
much like the sun and the rain unlock the flower within the seed. I
created everyone with endless love in their heart, but unfortunately
most people keep it locked up and hardly share it with anyone. They
are afraid to let their love shine freely, because they are afraid
of being hurt. But a suffering soul unlocks that love. I tell you
this - it is the greatest miracle of all. Many souls have bravely
chosen to go into the world and suffer - to unlock this love – to
create this miracle - for the good of all humanity."
Just then the little soul got a wonderful idea and could hardly
contain himself. With his wings fluttering, bouncing up and down,
the little soul excitedly replied, "I am brave; let me go! I would
like to go into the world and suffer so that I can unlock the
goodness and love in people’s hearts! I want to create that
miracle!"
God smiled and said, "You are a brave soul I know, and thus I will
grant your request. But even though you are very brave you will not
be able to do this alone. I have known since the beginning of time
that you would ask for this and so I have carefully selected many
souls to care for you on your journey. Those souls will help you
create your miracle; however they will also share in your suffering.
Two of these souls are most special and will care for you, help you
and suffer along with you, far beyond the others. They have already
chosen a name for you.”
God and the brave little soul shared a smile, and then embraced. In
parting, God said, “Do not forget little soul that I will be with
you always. Although you have agreed to bear the pain, you will do
so through my strength. And if the time should come when you feel
that you have suffered enough, just say the word, think the thought,
and you will be healed.”
Thus at that moment the brave little soul was born into the world,
and through his suffering and God’s strength, he unlocked the
goodness and love in people’s hearts. For so many people dropped
their differences and came together to show their love. Priorities
became properly aligned. People gave from their hearts. Those that
were always too busy found time. Many began new spiritual journeys –
some regained lost faith – many came back to God. Parents hugged
their children tighter. Friends and family grew closer. Old friends
got together and new friendships were made. Distant family reunited,
and every family spent more time together. Everyone prayed. Peace
and love reigned. Lives changed forever. It was good. The world was
a better place. The miracle had happened. God was pleased.
By
John Alessi |