Finding and Living The Purpose

Talking to a friend tonight and the topic that came up was about purpose in life. I must say that this is a rather compelling topic for those that have come to a point of finding significance.

I am a person that seeks significance a whole lot simply because of the fact that I am not on the same plane of opportunity with people that are around me. My options being in a country that is not mine are somewhat limited and I am thus forced to think more seriously about the life that I want to pursue. But ultimately in the end, the truth is that all of us are to be drawing closer to God.

So in terms of purpose as being a question that is widely asked, or more commonly; what is the will of God. This question can only be answered by a deep pursuit of God and no other. People have been asking this question over and over again to find themselves waiting for God's answer but I realized that the waiting has been rather a one way street.

There was a quote that I came across that says: 'You give God half your heart and pray that it makes you whole'. It speaks of the problem that are faced by many in the church, to which is the very simple cause for God being rather silent to their requests.

I used an analogy once about how I see people complain about not hearing from God and therefore leaving them to give up, when I am not convinced that they are putting their whole heart in pursuit of God in the first place. It is seen when they found a solemn approach to being in church and their ministry but find deep hearted passion and efforts when they approach their favorite sports. The drive and enthusiasm that comes from cheering for a game is utterly contrasting to their forceful drag to things that deal with God.

Solomon showed in his wisdom very clearly that he knew what was trully needed. That given the free request from God for whatever that he wants, Solomon chose wisdom over riches. If God gave us one wish, what would we wish for? If God gave us a limited amount of money, how would we spend it? If God gave us only 24 hours, what would we do with it? How we choose to spend our request, our money, our time and our efforts tells of where our priorities are at. This inevitably tells about whether we know what the purpose of our lives.

Tonight's conversation reminds again about whether I am clear about my purpose. I claim that my purpose is to see God's word to be made known and that people will come to find grace in its truths. But I am wondering if I am investing time and efforts to fulfill that purpose that am called to, or am I waiting for circumstances to go my way before I put my whole heart into this.