Many times in our lives things happen which cause us to pause; maybe in reflection,
in wonderment, or perhaps in anger.  We all have crossroads that are meant for our
change; a change of attitude, change of heart, and most importantly a change in our
way of life.  Many of our circumstances are self-inflicted, but many others may be due
to a general purpose.  It is our reaction to the occurrence which determines whether 
we move forward in knowledge.  If you do not see or understand the purpose, you may 
stagnate to repeat it, or worse, backslide. 
You have to realize, first, that we are all here on this earth for a reason.  Through prayer
and meditation you can come to know that  God our Creator has a purpose for all creation. 
It is a purpose filled will love, peace, hopes and dreams for all of us.  If you are on
the path of this realization, you will know that everything you do (and everything you
 don't do), matters.  It matters a great deal.  Our purpose is attached to the purpose 
of all the lives we come in contact with; to different extents.  When we understand this
we can take care to spread peace and harmony instead of strife.  See the purpose through
the heart of God and the eyes of your neighbor; in this way, you will make advancements
towards God, towards peace and love in your life and those around you.
When you come to a crossroad in your life, choose to look to God for the purpose and
rely on Him to guide you through it.  After all, He created us to be with Him and wants
us to always turn to Him for His guidance.  When you do this, you will see a definite 
purpose for the things that happen to you, and around you, during your life, and hopefully
take the road of advancement; (or guaranteed, you will be doing it again.)  All it takes
is spiritual guidance from God, and your thought process of being aware of your
attitude and heart, to make positive life changes.  
We are here for a reason, and it all matters...