Created for a Purpose

The world paints a picture of purpose as attainable from the world. We scour life seeking purpose through that one accomplishment or career that comes naturally to us, at which we are better than everyone else and might make us a lot of money.  

But God paints a different divine picture. The purpose of life goes beyond one’s career or some special project. There is no singular thing that gives a person’s life meaning outside of God. It is woven into the fabric of our being.  

You are fearfully and wonderfully made by God to give God glory through living your life. Therefore, your entire life and existence already have meaning. You were created and exist because God wanted you to. 

How do we, then, find purpose in God? It’s not something we find. It’s revealed as we obey God’s call on our life. God called, saved and redeemed you. Purpose is within you. God formed you with talents, strengths, interests, desires and even weaknesses and dislikes. All these work together for the variety of assignments to which God will lead you.  

God’s gift is not confined to your occupation, organization or status. It is in you and goes with you wherever you go. Purpose is revealed when we recognize, celebrate and appreciate the gifts God has given us and use them for His service.  

“If prophecy, use it according to the proportion of one’s faith; if service, use it in service; if teaching, in teaching; if exhorting, in exhortation; giving, with generosity; leading, with diligence; showing mercy, with cheerfulness.” –Romans 12:6-8 

We do not need to chase the glory that comes with purpose, because it’s not ours to have. Glory, honor and power belong to God because He created all things (Revelation 4:11).  

Use what God has given you for His glory and apply that mindset to everything you do.