Sermons on Joy (Page 3)
The empty way of life offers much, but in the end is futile. Christ has bought us back from this emptiness with His sacrifice on the cross and has given our lives meaning. There is much to do while we are here. There is much to look forward to in heaven.
A statement of purpose can change a seemingly benign action into an insidious one or a bumbling mistake into the dear handiwork of a child. God’s statement of purpose in this text turns the injustice of the cross of Christ into a sublime, saving expression of His love. His purpose turns death to life, gives human existence on earth purpose instead of meaninglessness and changes our whole lives.