Everyone is Born Unique, But Many Die as Photocopies
Reflections on Blessed Carlo Acutis and the Call to Holiness
This week, Blessed Carlo Acutis will officially be canonized as a saint in the Catholic Church. Known as the “patron saint of the internet,” Carlo was only 15 years old when he died of leukemia in 2006, but his short life continues to inspire millions.
He left behind one simple but piercing quote:
“Everyone is born unique, but many die as photocopies.”
Carlo’s words cut through the noise of our modern culture. Too many of us live in comparison, imitation, and conformity. We trade in the masterpiece God created for a blurred copy of someone else’s life.
But Carlo didn’t stop there. He also asked the deeper question:
“What are you doing to be a saint?”
That’s the challenge we unpack in this week’s episode of the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
- The inspiring life of Carlo Acutis and why he’s being canonized.
- What it really means to be “unique” in a culture of conformity.
- Why sainthood isn’t about perfection—it’s about daily faithfulness.
- Real-world leadership lessons from law enforcement that mirror Carlo’s message.
- Practical steps for living as the original God created you to be.
The Challenge: Reflection & Discussion Questions
Take these into prayer, journaling, or small group discussion after listening:
- Identity Check: Where am I living authentically as God created me? Where am I drifting into being a “photocopy”?
- Daily Holiness: What one daily practice could I adopt to grow closer to God?
- Leadership & Integrity: Where am I tempted to cut corners—and what would it look like to stand firm?
- Using My Gifts: What unique gifts has God placed in me, and am I using them for His glory?
- Legacy & Mission: If people summed up my life today, would they say I lived as an “original” or a “photocopy”? What is your Life Sentence?
Carlo Acutis shows us that sainthood isn’t about age, status, or position. It’s about living fully as the person God made you to be—and offering that uniqueness back to Him in love.
👉 Listen to the full episode here:
https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com/
And remember: God made you unique for a reason. Don’t die a photocopy.
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