Biblical Answer

As we reflect on the question of whether we can still have a sense of purpose without our business, we must first consider what constitutes our purpose. According to the provided text, our purpose is not found in external things, such as our business, but rather in our relationship with God. As the text states, "to live is Christ, and to die is gain" (Philippians 1:21). This means that our purpose is not derived from our external circumstances, but rather from our connection with God.

In this light, we can see that our sense of purpose is not necessarily tied to our business. While our business may be a significant part of our lives, it is not the source of our purpose. As the text notes, "to live is Christ" (Philippians 1:21), and it is our relationship with Christ that gives us our sense of purpose. This means that even if our business were to fail or change in some way, our sense of purpose would remain intact, as it is rooted in our relationship with God.

Ultimately, our purpose is not something that can be taken away from us, even if our external circumstances change. As the text notes, "we make our own purpose. We make our own joy" (Ecclesiastes 3:9-22). This means that our sense of purpose is something that we have the power to create and sustain, regardless of what is happening in our external lives. By focusing on our relationship with God and living out our faith, we can find a sense of purpose that is not dependent on external circumstances, but rather on our connection with the One who gives us life and meaning.