Brief Summary
This video reflects on the admiration and praise we give to influential figures like Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, and others for their achievements. It then pivots to question whether we show the same awe and gratitude towards God for creating the universe and everything in it.
- Highlights the accomplishments of various influential figures and the praise they receive.
- Questions whether we show the same level of awe and gratitude towards God.
- Reminds viewers of God's role as the creator and owner of the universe.
Introduction: Praising Influential Figures
The video starts by listing several influential figures and the common positive reactions they elicit. Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple, is considered inspiring. Albert Einstein, known for his theory of relativity, is seen as amazing. Elon Musk, with his companies like Tesla and SpaceX, is regarded as great. Princess Diana is remembered as pleasant due to her compassion. Emma Watson is viewed as motivating for her advocacy of gender equality. Jeff Bezos earns appreciation for his tenacity in developing Amazon.
More Examples of Admirable People
The video continues with more examples of people who are admired for their skills and contributions. Mozart is considered amazing for his classical music compositions. Kamala Harris is seen as cool for her leadership and fight for civil rights as the first female Asian-American Vice President. Tom Hanks is viewed as amazing for his honesty and inspirational life. Marie Kondo is regarded as great for her innovative methods in organizing and cleaning. Dwayne Johnson is considered fun for his friendly personality. Bill Gates is seen as commendable for his ability to develop new technology and critical thinking.
Shifting Focus: Awe and Gratitude Towards God
The video shifts its focus from praising human achievements to questioning whether we show the same awe and gratitude towards God. It asks if we have given a sense of awe for what God has given and done for us, as the owner of the entire universe, both the physical and the supernatural. This reflection is prompted by a reminder in His word.
Reminder from the Quran
The video concludes with a verse from the Quran, "Bismillahirohmanirohim Alhamdulillahirobbila," which translates to "In the name of Allah, the most gracious, the most merciful. Praise be to God, the Lord of all the universe." The speaker, Andi, expresses his continued striving.
