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A Purpose-Filled Life: My Bucket List (if God wrote it)

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"I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you , the riches of His glorious inheritance in His holy people, and his incomparably great power for us who believe." EPHESIANS 1:18-19  Each of us are here for a reason and chosen for a purpose… U nderstanding our identity in Christ gives us purpose.  God’s purpose is always unique and always makes our ordinary lives extraordinary.  Our shared and primary purpose can be lived out in 5 ways:  We were planned for God's pleasure so your first purpose is to offer real worship . ( Colossians 1:16) - Worship, while it can be an intentional choice, is generally a result of witnessing something 'awesome,' or awe inspiring and proclaiming His glory! We were formed for God's family so your second purpose is to enjoy real fellowship .   ( 1 Thessalonians 5:11 ; Acts 2:44-45 ) -  Biblical Fellowship is a Family relationship: You become a par