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Your Question:
Can I still have a purpose if I'm no longer able to work?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with finding purpose in their lives, especially when they're no longer able to work. But the truth is, our purpose in life goes far beyond our work. According to 1 Corinthians 3:23, "You are of Christ, and Christ is of God." This means that our identity and purpose are rooted in our relationship with Christ, not in our profession or occupation. When we're no longer able to work, it can be tempting to feel like we've lost our purpose. But the Bible teaches us that our purpose is not just about what we do, but about who we are in Christ. As John Stott said, "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." Even if we're no longer able to work, we can still serve others and bring glory to God in other ways. So, can you still have a purpose if you're no longer able to work? Absolutely. Your purpose is not defined by your job, but by your relationship with Christ. As you focus on Jesus and depend on His power, you'll find that your purpose is not just about what you do, but about who you are in Him. And that's a purpose that can be lived out in any circumstances, regardless of whether you're able to work or not.
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depression
edward welch
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
reasonable faith
william lane craig
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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