Friday, November 29, 2024
In an episode of Seinfeld, Kramer goes for a test-drive. He notices the light on the fuel gauge starts illuminating “empty.” Not only was he curious about the car, he developed a new curiosity of how far would go on fumes. He was pushed by his curiosity.
What a funny way to unpack wisdom! He was testing the car and the car was testing him. Was this a commentary? Absolutely. At one level, we’re testing ourselves, and at another level, our so-called limits are being tested. We’re in these bodies with these sophisticated brains, and we’re seeing what they can do, while the so-called environment is pushing back.
Some people realize they’re flying 747’s and go for it. Others realize they are infinite and never stop pushing. Some people sit back and watch, wondering how. While taking a joyride, pushing your brain and body to the so-called limits, you face an oncoming driver. What do you do?
In Malachi, God says, “Put me to the test.” Test out what you’ve been given. Then, as you play chicken with what appears as an oncoming driver, don’t swerve. Don’t clamp down on the wheel and close your eyes. The unknown driver is you. The designer, the tester, and that which is being tested is all you. Dip into the contrast – sorrow and pain, joy and love. You’re going to pass the test. Why not push the so-called boundaries? Why not meet the oncoming driver, your greatest fear? The collision will create an ignition of power yet to be discovered.
Should I put my theories to the test? Of course. Should I face the oncoming driver? Of course. You can even just do nothing, seeing if the empty fuel gauge will lead you to hell. From ridiculous to the sublime, you’re bound to pass. Put me to the test? Let’s find out who is playing chicken.