He [Jesus] is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.

What is the meaning of life?

Philosophers, comedians and theologians have pondered this question since time began.

Some answers include:

• Love, Family relationships and friendships
• Knowledge, learning and education
• Career success and job satisfaction
• Good food and wine
• Money, possessions, a comfortable home in a good suburb and a fast car
• Good health, the body beautiful, fitness and sport
• Art, architecture, music and entertainment
• Travel and the environment
• Recreation and leisure
• Humour and happiness

Colossians tells us something different and often we miss the last 2 words in verse 16.

Jesus created the universe for himself. This includes all humans – Christian and non-Christian.

We belong to Jesus. He is our “meaning”.

So what does this look like?

Jesus desires to enjoy us in close relationship to him – closer than our family or best friends.

We often look for meaning in the wrong places:

• Family and friends come and go – we mourn when we lose them
• Even with all the knowledge in the world, we can still be lonely
• Redundancy can stunt our career plans and threaten our homes
• Cancer and Diabetes can spoil our appetite for good food and wine
• Money and possessions can be stolen or destroyed in fire
• We are so busy in life and no longer have time for rest and hobbies
• Worries and Depression can make our fun and laughter disappear

Jesus is eternal – he is still there when our world collapses around us

He is our food that satisfies the greatest hunger when we need it most

Enjoy him today!

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