But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. 1 Peter 2.9
What is your purpose in life? So many people want to make a difference in this world leaving their mark. They want to exit this life with the certainty that they have made the world a better place.
You have the opportunity and the responsibility to do exactly that. The purpose of a Christian is the same as Jesus who came into the world to save sinners, 1 Timothy 1.15. He makes it possible for mankind to once again have a close relationship with God. It is not automatic, but it is possible through faith and obedience.
His last words spoken to the eleven disciples were to go, to teach and to make other disciples on this earth, Matthew 28.19-20. They were to teach these disciples to obey everything that the eleven disciples had been taught. It is very gratifying to teach a person and see them obey Jesus, reconciling them with God.
Another opportunity and responsibility that you have to bring about change in the world is to declare the praises of God, 1 Peter 2.9. God calls you out of darkness and all that is involved there to his wonderful light. You no longer have to bow your head in shame, but can be filled with courage to share what God has done for you. Instead of despair, you can spread hope. Instead of hate, you can spread love for others.
What greater purpose in life can there be? Are you fulfilling God’s purpose in your life?