WE HAVE PURPOSE

Have you ever felt like you’re spending your life using your talent for nothing?

“But I said, ‘I have labored to no purpose; I have spent my strength in vain and for nothing. Yet what is due me is in the Lord’s hand, and my reward is with my God.'” Isaiah 49:4

 

Life is often spent doing mundane activities that seem to have little eternal purpose.

The great prophet Isaiah was struggling with his own purpose. He knew he was chosen to be a voice for God, yet life became purposeless for Isaiah.

 

We all go through periods when our purpose seems to be clouded with the mundane.
*We see little meaning in life. On the other hand, Isaiah didn’t stay in this place. We read in this passage that he knew the truth of his existence.

*He could look past his present circumstance and know that his real reward and purpose would be revealed in eternity.
*He knew that God was just and fair, so he placed his faith on this truth.
When life appears to lack meaning and purpose, remember that if you devote your life to the purposes He has for you, the fruits of your labor will be manifested in due time.

“The one who calls you is faithful and He will do it” (1 Thess. 5:24)

There should be a willingness.

Once we make that decision to forsake everything to follow Jesus, then Christ begins to live through us (Gal. 2:20) and we find a strength that is not our own, equal to whatever test we may encounter.

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17-20

*These verses describe a sacrificial and extravagant love, showing compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

*They also encourage us to show love in the name of Jesus, which is a way to honor Him.

You may not be rewarded on earth, but you will be in heaven.
Help us Lord to know the Truth and Divine order of our existence here on earth and have an Eternal Perspective. Amen.