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Your Question:
Can I still find purpose in life if I'm no longer the same person?
Answer:
As a pastor of a local evangelical church, I've had the privilege of reflecting on my purpose in life and how it aligns with God's will. According to Scripture, our major purpose in life should be to glorify God and make Him known to others. This is the foundation upon which all other purposes should be built. It's not about achieving personal interests or ambitions, but about surrendering our own plans and desires to align with God's purposes. For me, this means that my life purpose is not just about being a husband to Susan, a father to Joshua and Rebecca, or a pastor to our church community. While these roles are important, they are secondary to my primary purpose of glorifying God and making Him known. This purpose is not just a intellectual understanding, but a lived-out reality that guides my decisions and actions on a daily basis. As I reflect on my life and how I can apply this purpose, I'm reminded that it's not about achieving perfection, but about living a life that produces a yearning for God in the lives of others. This means being authentic, vulnerable, and transparent in my relationships, and being willing to surrender my own plans and desires to God's purposes. It's a journey, not a destination, and one that requires ongoing surrender, trust, and faith in God's goodness and sovereignty.
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depression
edward welch
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
systematic theology
wayne grudem
mere christianity
c s lewis
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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