Online Reporter
Dr Manners Msongelwa
PAUSE for a moment and think about this: there was once a year called 1026. People lived, loved, worked, celebrated, worried and dreamed during that time. Most believed their world would last forever. Yet today, they are all gone.
The same is true of 1526. Another generation came and passed away. Then came 1926, filled with people who thought the future belonged to them. Today, they exist only in history books, old photographs and the memories of those who came after them.
Now we are living in 2026. Before long, this year too will become history. If the world continues, 2126 will arrive and another generation will occupy the earth. They will read about us just as we read about those who came before us.
This reality should humble every one of us.
One day, the number of years we will spent in the grave may exceed the number of years we spent alive on earth. Our time here is brief. We are travellers, not permanent residents.
The question is not how long we will live, but how well we will live.
Are we living with purpose? Are we making a positive difference in the lives of others? Are we building a legacy that will outlive us? Or are we merely existing, chasing temporary pleasures while neglecting what truly matters?
Life’s greatest achievement is not measured by wealth, fame or possessions. These are left behind. What remains is our character, our influence and the lives we touched.
Above all, we must know the Source of life. The One who existed before 1026, before time itself and who will remain long after future generations have come and gone. God is the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end. Human generations pass away, but He remains forever.
Every sunrise is a gift. Every day is an opportunity to love, to forgive, to serve, to grow and to fulfil the purpose for which we were created.
Life is short. We are not here forever.
So live intentionally. Live righteously. Love generously. Serve faithfully. Seek God wholeheartedly. Build a legacy that will speak even after you are gone.
The years will continue to come and go. The question is: What story will your years tell?
