The Meaning of Life #photoessay

For the past few months, I've been posting a variety of photos on my Instagram with #photoessay. I've wanted a way to share some of my favorite memories as well as inspiring quotes. And now I want to put them all together to share a special message with you about none other than: the meaning of life. 

The Center of Our Lives

Where is your center? Where do you find meaning? What gives life meaning?

In my life, my center is: Jesus Christ.

"I believe in Christianity like I believe in the sun, not because I can see it, but by it, I can see everything else"-C.S. Lewis

"He is the first ray of sun to reach above the mountains. He is the gentle ocean breeze on my face... He is a warm afternoon at the end of September. He's a brilliant sunset sky. He is a silent snowfall and the deafening crash of thunder...He is the laughter of children and the wonder in their eyes. He is the reason why the lilies grow." -He Is (Hilary Weeks)

Have a Positive Attitude

Life doesn't always brings us sunshine, lollipops, and rainbows. So, no matter what the day, week, or month brings, sometimes, we just have to bring our own. 

"Wherever you go, no matter what you do, always bring your own sunshine"-Anthony D'Angelo

   

"I come to you with a plea that we stop seeking out the storms and enjoy more fully the sunlight. What I am suggesting is that optimism replace pessimism, that our faith exceeds our fears"- Gordon B. Hinckley

By Small and Simple Things

If I am centered on Christ, striving to live my life with a good attitude, then I can do much good with my life. But it's not the grand things that make life meaningful. It's the small and simple things that bring great things to pass. 

"Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love."- Mother Theresa

Endure

Sometimes, I feel like there is nothing left in me but to "Keep Holding On." And sometimes, that's all that's really necessary.

"Stay the course and see the beauty of life unfold for you"-Jeffrey R. Holland

"Do something today that your future self will thank you for" 

"it isn't as bad as you sometimes think it is. It all works out. Don't worry. Put your trust in God, and move forward with faith and confidence in the future"- Gordon B. Hinckley

“Wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life” -2 Nephi 31:20

Make Moments

Life is nothing without having something to look back on. Make every day count by making moments with the people that you love and doing the things that make you happy. 

"Moments are the molecules that make up eternity"-Neal A. Maxwell

Until next time folks--more quotes and photo essays coming your way soon!