What Do You Live For? Passion or Purpose?

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Passion is often described as a strong feeling of excitement, love, or dedication toward something. It can be a deep interest in an activity, a cause, or even a person. Passion fuels motivation, keeps people pushing forward, and inspires hard work.

But is passion alone enough to live a truly fulfilling life?  

Many people excel in their fields, achieve great success, and gain recognition. Yet, deep inside, something still feels missing. The joy isn’t there, and neither is the fulfillment they once expected. Why? Because passion without purpose is like running a race without a destination.  

God never created man just to exist; He designed each person with a divine purpose.

“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them” (Ephesians 2:10).

Your purpose is the reason behind your existence. The very plan God had in mind when He formed you.  

This is why discovering your purpose must begin with seeking God.

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart” (Jeremiah 1:5).

Just as no one understands a product better than its manufacturer, no one knows your purpose better than your Creator.  

Beyond personal ambition, our lives should reflect God’s image and serve His kingdom.  

So, dear friend, beyond chasing passion, seek God’s purpose for your life. Life finds true meaning, and fulfillment follows when passion meets purpose. Proverbs 16:3 says, “Commit your works to the Lord, and your thoughts will be established.”

At the end of the day, you will be in a place of balance. Seek passion, but never neglect purpose.

Shalom!