WHAT DO YOU WANT IN LIFE?
Every person is pursuing something. Some seek wealth, others seek recognition, and many spend their lives chasing pleasures that soon fade away. It all serves as a temporary distraction, but when the noise of the world grows quiet, the heart still asks the most important question: “What do I truly want in life?”
The answer cannot be found in the treasures of earth alone, for the soul was created for something higher. The Lord Jesus calls us to look beyond the temporary and discover the lasting riches that come from walking with God.
If we would understand the purpose for which we were made, we must seek three great blessings: a Savior to guide us, a service to give us, and a sanctification to grow us.
1. A SAVIOR TO GUIDE YOU
The deepest desire of the human heart is not found in possessions, achievements, or earthly applause. The soul was made for God, and nothing less than fellowship with Him can satisfy.
Many search for happiness in the things that perish, but the heart remains hungry because it was created for eternity. Jesus asked, “For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?” (Matthew 16:26).
The greatest treasure in life is not what we can hold in our hands, but the Savior who holds us in His hands.
2. A SERVICE TO GIVE YOU
A life that only seeks to receive becomes small and empty. God has created us not merely to consume blessings but to become channels of blessing.
Paul wrote that we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand for us to walk in (Ephesians 2:10).
The question is not merely, “What can I gain?” but “What can I give?” The happiest soul is often the one that has learned to spend itself for the glory of God and the good of others.
3. A SANCTIFICATION TO GROW YOU
The Christian life is not a momentary decision without a continuing transformation. God calls His people to grow in holiness, becoming more like Christ day by day. Peter urged believers to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).
The Lord is not finished with us when we first come to Him. He continues His gracious work, shaping our thoughts, refining our character, and teaching us to walk in His ways. The greatest desire of the redeemed heart is to become what God has called us to be.
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Prayer
Our gracious Father, teach us to desire what truly matters. Keep us from chasing the temporary treasures of this world and turn our hearts toward Christ.
Give us a Savior to follow, a service to fulfill, and a sanctification that reflects Your glory. May our greatest longing be to know You, love You, and honor You all the days of our lives.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
BDD
