“This World is the world of tests. Hashem tailor-makes them for each person based on where he is holding in his life. If we are able to overcome them and stay loyal to Hashem, we will utilize our opportunity in This World, fulfill our potential, and enjoy Olam Haba for all eternity.

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When a person comes down into This World, Hashem withdraws his neshamah from under the Kisei HaKavod and brings it all the way down here. Why? Because where the neshamah had been previously, there was no way for it to grow. In Olam Haba, as well, there is no way for the neshamah to grow.

A person is given a small pocket of time, in all of eternity, to…overcome nisyonos and achieve greatness. The opportunity is in This World, and Hashem gives each and every person his own set of tests, based on his background, knowledge, and capabilities. The goal is to pass the tests we are given and thereby fulfill our full potential.”