How to Find Your Purpose in Life As a Christian
Finding your purpose in life seems daunting. People are overworked, stressed out, financially limited, emotionally drained and are generally in a state of unrest. There are countless books, DVDs, and CDs to help people try every known way of looking for a purpose in life, and yet it continues to elude many. One of a Christian's main purposes in life is to "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." The highest purpose for Christians is to glorify God. However, there are a few tips to help those searching for a more individual purpose.
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Prayer is people talking to God. Pray and ask God for wisdom to understand what it is he wants you to do with your life. An active prayer life keeps you close to God when you share with him your life's battles, joys, victories, and deepest desires. Even though God created you and already knows all about you he wants a close relationship with you. Talk to him as if you were talking to someone in the room with you. God enjoys hearing your prayers.
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God talks to us through the Bible. Read the Bible. It is God's way of speaking to you. You cannot find God's purpose without listening to His advice. God wants you to grow spiritually as stated in I Peter 3:18: "But grow in grace and the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ...." and in II Timothy 2:15: "Study to shew yourself approved of God, a workman who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." God wants you to become a mature Christian. Consistent learning and applying Biblical principles strengthens your capacity for life, love, giving, serving, and being blessed.
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Seek counsel from your pastor or a spiritually mature Christian friend. The Holy Spirit works though other people, and often those other people can see your spiritual gifts, talents, and abilities easier than you can.
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Read some books on the purpose of a Christian. Christian bookstores online and in your city carry many on-point titles. Your pastor may suggest some selections that will work well for you. Using gifts and talents require obedience to God is a choice.
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Take a spiritual gift test. The test helps you discover your strengths, weaknesses, talents, and abilities. Your pastor may already have a spiritual gift book or test on hand. Spiritual gift books are found in your local library or Christian bookstore or online.
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