Life’s beauty lies not in certainty, but in courage, faith, and hope in the here and now.
You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope. ~ Thomas Merton
Reflection:
Thomas Merton’s words are a gentle reminder that life rarely hands us a map with every turn marked. The need to know every detail before moving forward can paralyze us, keeping us from the opportunities that live in the now. The present moment is a rich field—fertile with both possibilities and challenges. Courage is the willingness to take the next step without a guarantee. Faith is trusting that the path will open as you walk it. Hope is believing that, no matter what unfolds, something meaningful awaits. When you choose to engage fully with today, you release the burden of predicting tomorrow. In doing so, you don’t just survive uncertainty—you thrive in it, finding peace in the mystery.