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Your Question:
What's the purpose of life if it's just suffering?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've come to understand that the purpose of life isn't about happiness, but rather about knowing God. This knowledge, in the end, brings true and everlasting human fulfillment. It's not that suffering is pointless in producing happiness, but it may not be pointless in producing a deeper knowledge of God. This understanding has been a comfort to me, especially in times of suffering. In fact, innocent human suffering can provide an occasion for deeper dependency and trust in God, either on the part of the sufferer or those around him. This is a crucial aspect of our faith, and it's something that I try to convey to my congregation at our church. By trusting in God, even in the midst of suffering, we can find purpose and meaning in our lives. For me, as a Christian, the purpose of life is clear: it's to glorify God. When we fulfill this purpose, we not only bring glory to God, but we also discover our own happiness and fulfillment. This understanding has been a guiding principle in my life, and I try to live by it every day. Whether it's through my work as a pastor or my relationships with my family, I strive to glorify God and find purpose in my life.
Sources:
on guard
william lane craig
systematic theology
wayne grudem
reasonable faith
william lane craig
depression
edward welch
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