Everyone longs to feel good and live a carefree, stress-free, hazard-free life. We all desire an easy and happy existence. Each of us dreams of a wonderful spouse, strong relationships with family and friends, financial abundance, and influence in society.
But life is a long, fascinating journey filled with ups and downs. Inevitably, some things happen that we cannot fight or resist.
Life happens! Yet, does that mean we should simply sit back, surrender to the flow of events, and let life toss us around? No.
The truth is this:
Life is given to us for a purpose. It is not an accident but an intentional design by the Life-Giver.
The sooner we come to terms with this reality, the better our journey on earth will be. There is a Designer of life—the Creator of all things, whether living or non-living.
All things begin and are sustained in God, our Maker. Unless and until we cultivate a relationship with the Designer of life, we will live empty and unsatisfied lives. Every car, machine, or mobile phone has a manufacturer, and each comes with a manual that explains how it works.
In the same way, there is a manual for life: the Word of God. The author of this manual is Jesus Christ. Man cannot truly live unless he receives Jesus Christ and walks in relationship with Him, for He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
As Scripture declares, “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17).
With Jesus Christ, you can live a full and fulfilled life. Though there is an enemy who comes to steal, kill, and destroy, Jesus came that we may have life—and have it abundantly. In Him, life is superior in quality and superabundant in quantity.
When this earthly life ends, those who belong to Christ will be present with Him in heaven. There is life beyond this life. Those who believe and receive Jesus Christ are given eternal life. But those who reject Him will face God’s judgment and eternal separation in hell.
Jesus Christ conquered death and the grave, and He has given us victory. So when life’s challenges come, we can face them with confidence, knowing He is with us. Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.
Your background, past mistakes, or weaknesses cannot limit you. The Author of life has paid for your sins and shortcomings and has given you everything that pertains to life and godliness. The very life of God is in you, and you will prosper because He is always on your side.