Let God Help Us Fulfill Our Purpose
Viktor E. Frankl, a survivor of the Nazi death camps, once wrote:
“Everyone has his own specific vocation or mission in life; everyone must carry out a concrete assignment that demands fulfillment. Therein he cannot be replaced, nor can his life be repeated, thus, everyone's task is unique as his specific opportunity to implement it.”
Those words remind us of something powerful: every single one of us has a purpose. God knew that purpose long before we were born. In fact, He said in Jeremiah 1:5, “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you.”
But what if we never fulfill that purpose? What if we spend our lives distracted—caught up in endless social media debates, political drama, or arguments about who’s the greatest NBA player—while time quietly slips away? That’s exactly what the enemy wants: to walk us slowly and comfortably from cradle to grave without ever becoming who God designed us to be.
Too often, we try to squeeze ourselves into roles, titles, or lifestyles that don’t fit us. We follow trends, chase approval, and settle for someone else’s plan instead of discovering God’s unique plan for our lives. But Jesus gave us a sense of urgency when He said, “We must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work” (John 9:4).
So how do we start? First, by seeking God. Ask Him for wisdom—He promises to give it freely to anyone who asks in faith (James 1:5-7). Don’t wait until the end of life to realize your life had meaning all along.
Next, take time to reflect: What comes naturally to you? What brings you joy and feels purposeful? Maybe you’re not called to be a famous preacher—but you can share the love of Christ with someone who desperately needs it. Maybe you’ll never be a billionaire—but you can bless someone in ways that money can’t.
Last, know there are people who need what God has placed inside you. Let Him develop your gifts. Let Him guide your steps. When we partner with God, we don’t just exist—we live out the reason we were created.
Jeremiah 1:5
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5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”.
John 9:4
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4 As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work.
James 1:5-7
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5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.
6 But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.
7 That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord.
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