Biblical Answer

1.1. The Purpose of Life According to Scripture

According to Scripture, the major purpose of your life should be to enjoy God and take pleasure in Him. This is a fundamental aspect of Christian living, as emphasized in the Bible. When we think of our own interests, we discover that our purpose is to enjoy God and take pleasure in Him (Psalm 37:4). This is a key principle that should guide our decisions and actions in life.

1.2. Living a Purposeful Life

However, the reality is that many people struggle to find their purpose in life. They may intellectually know what their purpose should be, but they fail to live it out consistently. This is because their purpose is often tied to materialistic pursuits or fleeting goals. As the Bible warns, such goals are ultimately empty and unfulfilling (1 Timothy 6:10). Instead, we should seek to live a life that is closely identified with God, and to let His purpose be fulfilled through us (Romans 8:28-30).

1.3. A Purpose-Filled Life in Retirement

In the context of retirement, the question of purpose may seem particularly relevant. However, as the Bible teaches, our purpose is not tied to our circumstances or external factors, but rather to our relationship with God. Even in retirement, we can still enjoy God and take pleasure in Him, and we can still live a life that is purposeful and fulfilling. In fact, retirement can provide an opportunity to refocus on our relationship with God and to pursue a life of greater simplicity and contentment (1 Timothy 6:17-19). Ultimately, our purpose is not in our possessions or external circumstances, but in our relationship with God, and this can remain a constant source of fulfillment and purpose, regardless of our circumstances.