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Why Do We Exist?

For by him [Jesus] all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.” – Colossians 1:16

Have you ever wondered why you exist?

It’s one of the common questions of humanity.

  • How did life begin?
  • Why do we exist?
  • What is life’s purpose?

I’m a science fiction buff and I’ve watched and read countless stories where one of those three questions was at the core of the narrative. Could it be, though, that the reason so many wonder these questions is because they simply don’t want to accept the answer?

(Spoiler Alert)

In the 2000 movie, Mission to Mars, astronauts fly to Mars and discover that aliens created human beings. They were all amazed. It’s interesting isn’t it that writers of the story were more fascinated by the idea that humanity was created by an alien race, than by God.

How did life begin?

Colossians 1:16 tells us. God created life out of nothing through Jesus and He continues to create and sustain everything that is, including you.

Why do we exist?

Again, Colossians 1:16 tells us. We exist for God. That is, we exist because He wanted to create us.

What is life’s purpose?

God created us to be in relation with Him. We see this in the way God interacted with Adam and Eve. He walked and talked with them regularly. He cared for their needs. He loved them. So, the purpose of life is to know and love God personally and to be known and loved by God personally. Should we also love others and obey God’s commands? Sure. That’s part of loving God.

However, it’s not just about loving God. It’s also about God loving you. We can see how important this is to God in the work of Jesus Christ.

God wants so much to be in a loving relationship with you that He not only created you, (yes, you, personally), but since you were born sinful and in a broken relationship with God, He also died on the cross to restore that loving relationship with you.

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for creating me and loving me. Thank You for loving me so much that You were willing to send Your Son to die for me so that I could be forgiven and our relationship could be restored. Help me to always love You and please strengthen my relationship with You.

Amen.

In Christ’s Service,

Pastor Kurt