If You Build It, He Will Come - A symbol of faith
In Field of Dreams, the main character Ray Kinsella hears a mysterious voice telling him to build a baseball field in the middle of his corn farm. "If You Build It, He Will Come" is the only message he receives, but even though it is unclear what it means, he decides to follow his dream. What follows is a journey where Ray defies rational arguments, financial hardship and the doubts of those around him - all to realize his vision. For many of us, this situation may feel familiar. We may have heard an inner voice urging us to invest in something we really want, but hesitated in the face of uncertainty and the obstacles that might stand in the way.
The phrase "If You Build It, He Will Come" is not just about taking the first step but about trusting the process. It's a reminder that our dreams often require action to come to life. But the reality is that many of us never build that "plan". We postpone our ambitions, telling ourselves that the time is not right, or that it is too risky. In the end, the dream remains unfulfilled, not because it was impossible, but because we never dared to take the plunge.
Fear and obstacles - Why don't we act?
Why then is it so difficult to follow our dreams? A large part of the answer lies in the inherent fear of failure. Dreams, unlike our everyday commitments, often require us to take risks. They can feel scary because we don't know if our efforts will lead to anything concrete. If we build something, what if no one "comes"? The thought of failure, especially when it comes to something as personal as a lifelong dream, can be paralyzing.
Financial or practical obstacles are also often factors. Many dreams require resources—time, money, energy—that we may feel we don't have enough of. For Ray Kinsella in Field of Dreams, the construction of the baseball field means the risk of losing the family farm. For us, it can mean leaving a secure career, investing in a new business or investing in a creative project without guarantees.
At the same time, social expectations and norms can come into play. Many dreams can seem unrealistic in the eyes of others, and the fear of being judged or questioned can prevent us from even starting. As Ray begins to build his plan, he is met with skepticism and resistance from those around him, but he continues anyway. This is where we can learn something important: Dreams are not always understood or accepted by others - but they belong to us, and only we can make them come true.
What can we learn from the dreams we don't realize?
When we reflect on the dreams we never followed, the question often arises: What would have happened if we had dared? This thought can lead to regret, but it can also be a powerful reminder of what is still possible. Our unfulfilled dreams are not lost – they are often waiting to be rediscovered.
Another important lesson is that dreams often develop and change over time. Maybe we haven't followed a specific dream, but that doesn't mean we can't act on it today. Perhaps we have developed new insights and skills that make us better equipped to take the plunge. Or maybe we have found other ways to express the same passion.
There is also something deeply human about having dreams that we never act on. They reflect our desires, our fears and our potential. But most importantly, these dreams remind us that we have choices. And even if we don't always choose to act, it's the knowledge that we can that makes us unique. We have the opportunity to break patterns, take risks and build our own "fields" - but only if we dare.
Building the plan - Why is it worth the risk?
When we dare to bet on our dreams, no matter how unlikely they may seem, we create something new in the world. It's not just about the concrete result, but about the inner journey we take. By following our dreams, we learn about ourselves, about our limits and our strength. We become creative problem solvers, because dreams almost always require us to find new ways around obstacles.
As Ray discovers in Field of Dreams, the reward for following your dream is often much greater than you might first realize. It is not just about achieving some material or external success, but about finding meaning and purpose. For Ray, it meant reuniting with his father and healing old wounds. For us, it can mean finding a deeper connection to our own passions, to other people, or to the world around us.
Dare to build your field
"If You Build It, He Will Come" is a reminder that our dreams, no matter how crazy or unlikely they may seem, have the potential to come true if we just dare to take the first step. It's about building something—whether it's a baseball field, a business, a creative vision, or something else entirely—and trusting that the outcome will be worth it. We can't always control the outcome, but we can control our willingness to try.
So what is your "field"? What is the dream you carry but have not yet realized? Maybe it's time to build the plan and see what happens - because if you build it, maybe, just maybe, what you've been longing for will come too.
By Chris...
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