Purpose isn’t a buzzword for our generation—it’s a human cry as old as Eden. From the beginning, men and women have asked, “Why am I here?” We look for meaning in our jobs, our communities, our relationships, and even in the culture we help build. Deep down we know we were made for something significant. And we were. God authored our days with intentionality—plans “woven” in the secret place (Psalm 139) and good works prepared in advance for us to walk in (Ephesians 2:10).

But here’s the anchor: the foundation of our purpose is who we are in Christ. Identity comes before activity. Jesus calls us “the light of the world,” meant to shine in such a way that people see our good works and glorify our Father (Matthew 5:14–16). That means purpose isn’t a spotlight on us; it’s a floodlight on Him. In the office, at home, in the barangay—our everyday faithfulness can point people to God.

How do we live that out? Not by sheer effort, but by abiding. Jesus says, “Abide in me… apart from me you can do nothing” (John 15:4–5). Fruitfulness flows from fellowship. Productivity flows from proximity. When we remain in Christ—listening to His Word, walking in obedience, relying on His Spirit—purpose stops being a guessing game and starts becoming a daily rhythm.

And as we walk with Him, we discover that God’s dreams for our lives are bigger than our best plans. He is able to do “far more abundantly than all we ask or think,” and He does it by His power at work in us, for His glory in the church and in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 3:20–21). That’s true in Scripture and in every story of imperfect people God has used for His Kingdom—from fishermen and tax collectors to ordinary workers and parents today.

Still, purpose is rarely an instant download. It’s a discovery process—clarified step by step through prayer, Scripture, counsel, and consistent obedience. As we align our calendars, budgets, gifts, and relationships to His will, our calling takes shape. Expect detours. God wastes nothing—not your failures, not your waiting, not your suffering. In Christ, even pain can turn into purpose.

Over the next seven days, our prayer is that you’ll be encouraged and equipped to live as light, to abide deeply, and to trust God for “more than you can ask or imagine.” May you rediscover your God-given passion, purpose, and potential—not to build your own name, but to make His known. Shine where you are (Matthew 5:14–16), stay rooted in Him (John 15:4–5), and believe that the God who called you is able to do immeasurably more for His glory (Ephesians 3:20–21).