Biblical Answer

The Search for Purpose: A Biblical Perspective

As a follower of Jesus Christ, it's natural to wonder if we can still have a sense of purpose after this life. The Bible teaches us that our purpose is not just about achieving a certain goal or outcome, but about living a life that honors and pleases God. According to Psalm 16:11, "You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand." Our purpose is not just about finding happiness or fulfillment, but about enjoying God and taking pleasure in Him.

The Bible also teaches us that our purpose is not something we can discover on our own, but something that is revealed to us through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As the apostle Paul wrote, "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do" (Ephesians 2:10). Our purpose is not something we create for ourselves, but something that is already planned out for us by God. This means that we can have confidence in our purpose, even if we're not sure what it is or how to fulfill it.

So, how can we live out our purpose in a way that honors God? The answer is simple: focus on Jesus. As we run the race of life, we should keep our eyes fixed on Him, trusting in His power and guidance to lead us. As the apostle Paul wrote, "Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith" (Hebrews 12:1-2). By keeping our eyes on Jesus, we can be confident that we're living out our purpose, even if we're not sure what it is or how to fulfill it. And as we do, we can experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from living a life that honors and pleases God.