The Greatest Source of Meaning

“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.” – Ecclesiastes 9:10 Yesterday, I discussed how we are called to experience joy even in the midst of difficulty. This raises an important question: how can the absence of trials lead to despair? As a pastor for many years, part of my role is to observe people, much like doctors observe their patients. We watch people live out their lives and strive to apply the Word of God as guidance for their journey. What I’ve noticed is that people without problems often experience deep despair. How can someone with every comfort still feel despair? Here’s how—we all desire a meaningful life. There is a cost to a meaningful life: the greatest source of meaning for human beings