Purpose is defined as the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. Did you know that God created you for a specific purpose? I am currently studying Genesis in depth in my ladies bible study. In Genesis 1:27 it says "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them." First of all, that amazes and overwhelms me that you and I were created in God's image. Have you ever wondered what you were created for? Why are you here? I have.
God created each of us for a purpose. The bible is filled with stories of men and women God created for a specific purpose--including the Pharoh of Egypt. Exodus 4:21 The LORD said to Moses, “When you return to Egypt, see that you perform before Pharaoh all the wonders I have given you the power to do. But I will harden his heart so that he will not let the people go. Exodus 14:4 And I will harden Pharaoh’s heart, and he will pursue them. But I will gain glory for myself through Pharaoh and all his army, and the Egyptians will know that I am the LORD.” So the Israelites did this. Moses was called to lead the Israelites, Noah to build the ark and procreate, Mary to carry the Savior of the world, John the Baptist to prepare the way, the list goes on. All of these were faithful to God and fulfilled their purpose--even though Pharaoh was not faithful to God he did submit to the Almighty!
Even though Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers and wrongly imprisoned he recognized God had a purpose for his life and circumstnaces. Genesis 45:5 And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with yourselves for selling me here, because it was to save lives that God sent me ahead of you.
Esther, a Jew brought into exile and brought into the king's palance. She became queen and save her people. Esther 4:14 For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?”
Each of these men and women were created by God for His glory. He created us to glorify Himself as well. Isaiah 43:7 says, "everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.” We were created for God's glory. All that we say and do should be to glorify Him. God created some to teach, others to preach, some to work in an office, some to dig ditches but all to glorify His name. I Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. No matter what it is that you do, God has a purpose for you. Are you fulfilling His purpose for you? What image do you reflect?
Psalms 57:2 I cry out to God Most High, to God, who fulfills his purpose for me.
Psalms 38:8 The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O LORD, endures forever— do not abandon the works of your hands.
