Dostoyevsky’s words pose a question: Why does existence matter, even in suffering? The answer lies in the simple act of standing in the pain and refusing to be erased by it.
Existence isn’t about what we achieve—it’s about being. Pain refines us, revealing purpose beyond what we can immediately see.
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In suffering, existence is an act of faith. This reflection explores how holding onto ‘I exist’ amidst agony reveals purpose, resilience, and God’s presence in the fire.
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