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Your Question:
Can I still have a purpose if I'm no longer able to work?
Answer:
As a pastor and a Christian, I believe that having a purpose in life goes beyond our ability to work. Our purpose is not defined by our job or profession, but rather by our relationship with God and how we serve Him. As the Bible says, "You are of Christ, and Christ is of God" (1 Cor. 3:23). This means that our identity and purpose are rooted in Christ, and we are called to serve Him regardless of our circumstances. When we lose our ability to work, it can be a challenging time, but it's not the end of our purpose. In fact, it can be an opportunity to re-evaluate our priorities and focus on serving God in new ways. As the Bible teaches, "Work is the expenditure of energy (manual or mental or both) in the service of others, which brings fulfillment to the worker, benefit to the community, and glory to God" (John Stott). This means that our purpose is not just about what we do, but about how we serve others and bring glory to God. In my experience as a pastor, I've seen people who have lost their ability to work due to illness or injury, but they've continued to serve God and others in different ways. They've become more involved in their church, volunteered in their community, or even started a new ministry. The key is to focus on our relationship with God and to seek His purpose for our lives, rather than our own goals or desires. As the Bible says, "What we see as only the process of reaching a particular end, God sees as the goal itself" (1 Cor. 3:23).
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depression
edward welch
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
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robertson mcquilkin
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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william lane craig
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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