What Is The Purpose Of Life According To The Bible?
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What is the purpose of life according to the Bible?
Introduction:
As a teenager, I had one thing that kept recurring in my mind and this sometimes made me terrified. Back then I used to get lost in my thoughts about the purpose of life and I kept thinking about “who I am”, “what my purpose on earth was”, and where I came from. why am I living? when I die where would I go to? and why won't I be able to carry mine belongs here? Those thoughts were a nightmare to me to an extent that I kept wondering all the time and thoughts kept reoccurring. What is the purpose of life according to the Bible?
At that age I knew life is more than money, houses, cars, food, drinks, women, men, sex, etc.; this is because I had seen many wealthy people die and left behind either one or more of the things I mentioned above (meaning leaving behind all their achievements and the Beneficial's start to mismanage all the worked for) all the certificates become useless as no one can use them.
While in my fear for life and trying to find out my purpose for many years "I gave my life to Jesus" and with the help of mentors I discovered purpose and that was the moment I got peace of mind, assurance, and confidence to face life and to accomplish my purpose for life.
It is nothing but true that you can be very successful but not on purpose and if you have a living mind you won't find peace in your heart. That satisfaction you and not have, that peace you lack, the joy that is far away from you, the quest you seem not to reach and the happiness you don't find in doing what you do you do could be an indication that purpose is lacking.
What Is The Purpose Of Life:
The Bible teaches that the purpose of life is to;
1) Glorify God and enjoy Him forever.
Here are some Bible verses that highlight this:
Colossians 1:16: "For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him."
1 Corinthians 10:31: "So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."
Psalm 16:11: "You make known to me the path of life; in your presence, there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore."
Isaiah 43:7: "Everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made."
Ezekiel 36:23: "And I will vindicate the holiness of my great name, which has been profaned among the nations, and which you have profaned among them. And the nations will know that I am the Lord, declares the Lord God, when through you I vindicate my holiness before their eyes."
2) Have a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ and serve Him by obeying His commands and fulfilling His will.
Here are some verses that highlight this:
John 14:6: Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
Matthew 22:37-40: "And he said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and the Prophets.”
Ephesians 2:10: "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them."
Romans 12:1-2: "I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."
These verses give us a glimpse of the purpose of life according to the Bible, which is to glorify God and to have a personal relationship with Him through faith in Jesus Christ, and to serve Him by obeying His commands and fulfilling His will.
The purpose of life according to the Bible is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. This is the ultimate end and goal of human existence. The Bible teaches that God created human beings in His image and that we are to reflect His character and likeness in the world. This includes loving God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and loving our neighbors as ourselves. The Bible also teaches that the purpose of life is to have a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ and to serve Him by obeying His commands and fulfilling His will.
3) Discovering the purpose of life according to the Bible can bring a sense of fulfillment, peace, and understanding. Some Bible verses that touch on this feeling include:
Isaiah 26:3: "You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you because he trusts in you."
Philippians 4:7: "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
John 14:27: "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid."
Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
4) bring a sense of direction and purpose to one's life, and a desire to live by God's will. And purpose to one's life, and a desire to live by God's will. This can be seen in verses such as:
Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope."
Ephesians 2:10: "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them."
Romans 12:2: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."
James 4:15: "Instead you ought to say, “If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.”
5) Bring a sense of belonging, knowing that we are created by God for a
specific purpose and that we are loved by God. This can be seen in verses such
as:
- Psalm
139:13-14: "For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together
in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully
made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well."
- John
10:27-28: "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow
me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will
snatch them out of my hand."
- Ephesians
1:5: "He predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ,
according to the purpose of his will"
- Romans
8:38-39: "For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor
rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor
depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from
the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord."
All these verses can help one to understand that discovering the purpose of life according to the Bible is not only a sense of direction and purpose but also a sense of belonging and love from God.
Another key aspect of the purpose of life according to the Bible is to share the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ with others, so that they too may have the opportunity to have eternal life. In short, the Bible teaches that the purpose of life is to love and serve God and to share His love with others.
The purpose of life according to the Bible is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. This is the ultimate end and goal of human existence. The Bible teaches that God created human beings in His image and that we are to reflect His character and likeness in the world. This includes loving God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and loving our neighbors as ourselves. The Bible also teaches that the purpose of life is to have a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ and to serve Him by obeying His commands and fulfilling His will. (Genesis 1:26-28, Matt 22: 37 - 40)
Another key aspect of the purpose of life according to the Bible is to share the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ with others, so that they too may have the opportunity to have eternal life. In short, the Bible teaches that the purpose of life is to love and serve God and to share His love with others which happens to be our ultimate goal in human life is to spend eternity with God in heaven.
The Bible teaches that the purpose of life is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. This is the ultimate end and goal of human existence. According to the Bible, God created human beings in His image, and we are to reflect His character and likeness in the world. This includes loving God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength and loving our neighbors as ourselves.
The Bible teaches that the purpose of life is to have a personal relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ and to serve Him by obeying His commands and fulfilling His will. The Bible also teaches that we are created to serve God and to fulfill the unique role that He has for each individual in His plan. This can be done through the gifts, talents, and abilities that God has given us, and through the opportunities that He provides for us to serve others.
HOW TO DISCOVER THE
PURPOSE OF LIFE ACCORDING TO THE BIBLE?
According to the Bible, the purpose of life is to glorify
God and to enjoy Him forever. Some Bible verses that support this include:
- Colossians
1:16: "For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth,
visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or
authorities—all things were created through him and for him."
- Revelation
4:11: "Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor
and power, for you created all things, and by your will, they existed and
were created."
- Matthew
22:37-38: "And he said to him, 'You shall love the Lord your God with
all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the
great and first commandment."
- Ecclesiastes
12:13: "The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep
his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man."
It is also said that the ultimate purpose of life is to be
with God in heaven and to do this, one must follow the teachings of Jesus and
strive to live a righteous life.
HOW TO DISCOVER THE PURPOSE OF LIFE;
Discovering the purpose of life according to the Bible can
involve a combination of personal reflection and guidance from the teachings of
the Bible. Here are a few steps that can help in discovering one's purpose,
along with relevant Bible verses:
- Reflect
on what is most important to you: Take some time to think about what
values, beliefs, and passions drive you. What do you find most meaningful
and fulfilling in life? (Psalm 139:13-14, Isaiah 26:3)
- Consider
your strengths and talents: Reflect on the things you are naturally good
at and enjoy doing. This can give clues about what you may be inclined to
do with your life. (1 Corinthians 12:11, Ephesians 2:10)
- Seek
guidance and advice: Reach out to others who have experience or wisdom in
areas that interest you. This can include family and friends, mentors, or
professionals in a field that interests you. (Proverbs 15:22, James 1:5)
- Seek
guidance from the Bible: Take time to study and meditate on the teachings
of the Bible, which can provide direction and wisdom for discovering one's
purpose. (Psalm 119:105, Joshua 1:8)
- Take
action: Once you have a sense of what you want to do, start taking steps
towards it. This might involve making a plan, setting goals, or taking a
class or course. (James 2:17, Colossians 3:23)
- Reflect
and evaluate: As you start working towards your purpose, take time to
reflect on your progress and evaluate if this is what you want to continue
doing, always keeping in mind the will of God. (Jeremiah 29:11, Romans
12:2)
It's important to keep in mind that discovering one's
purpose is an ongoing process, and it may take time and experimentation to find
what truly resonates with you, and to align it with the will of God.
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