What is my purpose in life?
You were created on purpose, for a purpose. Discover God's design for your unique life and calling.
16 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
David Anointed King
Samuel is sent to Bethlehem to anoint one of Jesse's sons. After passing over the impressive older brothers, God reveals that David—the youngest, tending sheep—is His chosen king.
The Burning Bush
Exodus 3 recounts God's dramatic appearance to Moses at the burning bush, the revelation of the divine name "I AM," and Moses' commission to lead Israel out of Egypt.
Samson's Birth
An angel announces to barren Manoah's wife that she will bear a son set apart as a Nazirite to deliver Israel from Philistines.
Saul Meets Samuel
A young Benjaminite searching for lost donkeys is providentially led to Samuel, who recognizes him as God's chosen king and begins preparing him for anointing.
Pressing Toward the Goal
Paul counts all things as loss compared to knowing Christ. He presses on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call. Our citizenship is in heaven, from which we await the Savior.
Joseph Rises to Power
Genesis 41 describes Joseph's dramatic rise from prison to prime minister through his interpretation of Pharaoh's dreams, demonstrating that God's timing brings both elevation and purpose.
In the Beginning
God creates the universe with order and purpose, revealing His sovereignty, wisdom, and goodness. Humanity is created in His image to steward the earth.
The Garden and God's Design
God intimately forms humanity, establishes work as a blessing, creates the institution of marriage, and places Adam in Eden with purpose and boundaries.
Signs for Moses
Exodus 4 continues Moses' objections and God's patient provision of signs, Aaron as spokesperson, and Moses' return to Egypt, including a mysterious encounter that nearly costs Moses his life.
Breakfast With Jesus and Peter Restored
The risen Jesus appears to seven disciples fishing on the Sea of Galilee, providing a miraculous catch and breakfast on the shore. He restores Peter with three questions about love, commissioning him ...
Saved by Grace
Ephesians 2 contains one of the clearest explanations of the gospel: we were dead in sin but made alive in Christ—not by works but by grace through faith.
Walking Worthy of Your Calling
Paul urges believers to live out their calling in unity, describes the gifts Christ gives to the church, and contrasts the old self with the new life in Christ.
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
Psalm 139 explores God's intimate knowledge of us, His inescapable presence, and His careful creation of each person in the womb.
Do Not Cast Me Away When I Am Old
An elderly believer's prayer combining lifelong trust with anxiety about aging. The psalmist looks back on God's faithfulness from the womb while pleading for continued care in gray-haired years.
The Ministry of Reconciliation
We long for our heavenly dwelling. Whether in the body or away, we aim to please Christ before His judgment seat. In Christ, we are new creations. God gave us the ministry of reconciliation.
Paul's Final Charge
In his farewell, Paul charges Timothy to preach the word faithfully, reveals that his own departure is near, expresses both loneliness and confidence, and closes with personal requests and greetings.
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