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Your Question:
will i ever find a job that makes me happy and fulfilled and gives me a sense of purpose?
Answer:
I've thought a lot about this question, and I've come to realize that true fulfillment and purpose in life come from a deeper place than just our careers or jobs. As a pastor, I've seen many people who are successful in their careers, but still feel unfulfilled and empty inside. It's because they're not living out their purpose in life, which is to glorify God and bring Him joy. When we put our hearts into our work and see it as a calling that resonates with our values, we experience joy. But if we're not careful, even meaningful work can become a drudgery if we're not living out our purpose in life. I've seen this in my own life, too. As a pastor, I've always tried to put my heart into my work, but I've also had to remind myself that my purpose in life is not just to be a successful pastor, but to bring glory to God and to help others come to know Him. When I focus on that purpose, I find that my work becomes more meaningful and fulfilling, even on the tough days. And I've seen this in my family, too - my wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we've learned to put our purpose in life above our individual goals and desires. We've seen that when we focus on God's purpose for our lives, we experience joy and fulfillment, even in the midst of challenges. So, to answer your question, I believe that you will find a job that makes you happy and fulfilled if you focus on God's purpose for your life. It's not about finding a job that just pays the bills or provides a sense of security - it's about finding a job that aligns with your values and allows you to live out your purpose in life. And it's not just about finding a job - it's about living a life that is surrendered to God and focused on bringing Him joy. When we do that, we'll find that our work becomes more meaningful and fulfilling, and we'll experience joy and purpose in life.
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confronting christianity
rebecca mclaughlin
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
depression
edward welch
systematic theology
wayne grudem
old testament theology
waltke
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
practicing the way
john mark comer
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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