Blessings, Forwards, and Daily Missions

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We humans develop blueprints in our lives that slowly become habits, even ways of life. One of those habits has always tickled my curiosity. Every day, especially in the morning, my phone greets me before the sun does. It’s not an alarm—it’s a flood of messages: Bible verses, prayers, and cheerful greetings like “Good morning, have a blessed day!” Some are heartfelt, others look like they’ve been forwarded a thousand times.

I find myself puzzled. Have these friends, relatives, or group chat mates discovered a mission in life—to keep sending words of God, love, and inspiration every day? Should I be grateful for their consistency, or should I wonder if it’s all routine? I truly admire those who, without fail, send these messages daily, almost like clockwork. Of course, some eventually stop, but the faithful few never seem to miss a day.

On one hand, I see the beauty in it. A short verse or wish can remind me of kindness, hope, or gratitude. It’s their way of reaching out, of saying, “I’m thinking of you.” God bless them.

On the other hand, I can’t help but ask—what drives this daily mission? Do they really believe in every word, or has it simply become a habit? Sometimes, the messages feel so repetitive that the sincerity is lost. And I also wonder: in today’s digital world, do some creators of these messages, especially in well-followed social media forums, actually make money when others share or repost them?

When I choose to repost something, I make sure it has meaning for me. If I share it, it’s because I believe it carries a valid reason to be passed on—not just for routine, but as something personal. I am sure many of my friends and relatives do the same.

In the end, maybe it doesn’t matter whether it’s for money, for faith, or simply for habit. What matters is the impact on the receiver. Some days I roll my eyes. Other days, a single line hits me deeply and lifts my spirit—like the simple reminder, “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you cannot see.”

So I remain both grateful and curious. Perhaps these daily “missionaries of positivity” serve as a reminder: it’s more about the heart behind the message. And if I had to choose, I would much rather receive a morning blessing—whether routine or sincere—than the endless chain letters, fake news, and false alarms that too often clutter our digital lives. At least these little notes of faith and kindness carry the possibility of light, and sometimes, that is enough.

Just sharing thoughts, between the lines.

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