Soul Cravings: Meaning

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One of a toddler’s favorite questions is often “Why?” What drives this pursuit of meaning? Why is it so important to make sense of life? Take some time today to explore our God-given craving to find meaning.

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1. One of the most persistent questions from the time we’re toddlers till we are old is “Why?” So often this question is a search for meaning. Why is it so important to us to find meaning, to make sense of our lives?
2. Erwin McManus states, “Searching for meaning is like breathing. It is something intrinsic to the human spirit.” Do you agree or disagree? Why?
3. How do you recognize the truth? More thoughts...
In the video clip Erwin McManus contends, “Life will not make sense if you become the epicenter of all your understanding.” If we remain at the center and depend on ourselves to give meaning, we will be frustrated. Where else can we turn to begin to make sense of life?
4. Is every life of value? More thoughts...
Does every life have significance, even that of the weak, the helpless, those who “cannot contribute anything”?
5. Is there a difference between God and Religion? Can you connect to God without Religion? More thoughts...
In the video clip, Erwin asserts, “If you don’t connect the dots to the One who gives life meaning, you will be taking your last breath in fear because the dark side of meaning is life filled with doubt … fear … anger … despair.”
6. In the face of personal or widespread disappointment, problems or tragedy, we often ask questions such as why or how long. Where do you turn with these questions? More thoughts...
“When we focus our eyes on Jesus, we find the strength to persevere even when life doesn’t make sense …we never come to a place where we see the problem as permanent.”
7. If one is here for a purpose, what are the consequences of ignoring that purpose?
8. If one’s life has meaning or purpose, how does a person know that purpose? More thoughts...
Is it something that we decide or that we discover?
9. Are there additional thoughts or unanswered questions that you have as a result of this study?
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