Our identity is wrapped up in eternity. We live on the earth and enjoy our time here, but our focus, our legacy, is eternal. Ephesians 2:10. God has made us what we are in Christ Jesus. God created us to do good works, which God planned in advance for us to live our lives doing.
Many people struggle, sometimes for years, asking God to reveal His. His plan for our lives. I did that. I mean, what I meant was for God to show me the big thing. God, should I go this direction or that career choice, all these kinds of things. What do you want me to do with my life?
And I found out that the great things are preceded by the small things, the daily things. The greater purposes of our lives are revealed as we live. First, to know and love God. Second, to be transformed, to become like Jesus. And third, to do the specific works that God has planned and waiting for us to do.
These three purposes give us a foundation for a meaningful life. They also give us balance and focus. You know, as you pursue these three things, God will reveal the great works he's planned for you to do. Our relationship with God, our growth and the works we do now for God will all have eternal significance.
The Bible talks about there being different levels of rewards depending on what we do here on earth.