Author's Note: All previous volumes of this series are here. The first 56 volumes are compiled into the book  "Bible Study For Those Who Don't Read The Bible." "Part Two," featuring volumes 57-113, was published in December 2022.

Thanks for joining us as we explore what the New Testament says about this vital topic. For those who missed last week’s study, which covered the Old Testament verses, please catch up now. While the rest of us wait, watch a music video with 216 million views that will purposefully keep you awake.

Love that song! Now that we are all together, let’s move on to the questions that initially inspired me to write this study. Every thoughtful person, whether they have faith or not, wrestles with these questions: “Why am I here?” or “What does God want me to do with my life?” Having a sense of purpose helps people see that their lives matter, even in times of uncertainty.

Discovering answers about what God wants for you is part of your life’s journey, requiring patience and trust in Him. Here is a great way to start, according to Jesus: 

“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew 6:33).

At the end of Matthew’s gospel, Jesus proclaimed His disciples' purpose:

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold,........

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