Where can I find real meaning and purpose in life?

Philippians 1:6I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.

1 Peter 2:2-3Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment, now that you have had a taste of the Lord’s kindness.

We find meaning and purpose in life as we grow in our relationship with Jesus. The Christian life doesn’t end with salvation—it begins with it. Secure in our salvation, we can delight in our new purpose: becoming more like our Savior.

John 6:27“Spend your energy seeking the eternal life that the Son of Man can give you. For God the Father has given me the seal of his approval.”

John 14:6Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.”

Ephesians 2:10We are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.

We find meaning, purpose, and hope as we choose to follow God’s way on earth.

Ecclesiastes 9:9Live happily with the woman you love through all the meaningless days of life that God has given you under the sun. The wife God gives you is your reward for all your earthly toil.

John 13:34“I [Jesus] am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.”

Galatians 6:10Whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith.

Hebrews 10:24-25Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.

We find meaning and purpose as we enjoy the relationships God has placed in our lives.

Psalm 57:2I cry out to God Most High, to God who will fulfill his purpose for me.

1 Corinthians 15:58My dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.

2 Timothy 2:21If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.

God made each person for a purpose, and the work he does in and through us is never wasted..

Philippians 4:12-14I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Even so, you have done well to share with me in my present difficulty.

We can find meaning and purpose in life as we rely on Christ’s strength in every situation.