Article May 18, 2020 ISSUE

Everyone has a God-given purpose

Charles W. Lindahl

Many are seeking a clearer sense of purpose. Recently discharged military veterans, college graduates, retirees, and workers who have lost longtime jobs often find themselves at a crossroads, wondering which way to turn. Those whose family situations have been disrupted may feel cast adrift and long for direction. People struggling with addictions often report being attracted to drugs or alcohol because they feel lost and aimless. And those who suffer from depression typically lack a sense of meaning and purpose.

But there is a way forward. Everyone has a God-given purpose. The key to discovering it is to learn more about God and our role in spiritual creation.

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