Psalms 49 - What Is The Purpose of Man

10 Indeed, one can see that wise people die,
that foolish and stupid people meet the same end.
They leave their riches to others.
11 Although they named their lands after themselves,
their graves have become their homes for ages to come,
their dwelling places throughout every generation.

12 But mortals will not continue here with what they treasure.
They are like animals that die.
Psalms 49:10-12 (GW)

Reflection of B:

Is there a difference between Men and animals? No difference in one sense.... they have the "same end". Men will die one day and bring nothing into their graves, just like the animals.

If that is the case, what should be the most important thing to do when we are still on earth?

To make it easier to answer the question, perhaps we should try to ask ourselves:

"What is the purpose of a flower vase?"
For display

"What is the purpose of a musical instrument?"
To make music

Yes, they are made for a purpose intended by their makers.

So "What is the purpose of man?"
To fulfill the purpose of his Maker, God.

When God first created Adam and Eve, His purpose for them was to "be fruitful and multiply", to have fellowship with God and keep His commands. Yet they sinned and have a broken relationship with God through disobedience.

To restore this relationship we have to accept the price paid through the blood of Christ, then continue to obey God's commands. When we seek Him earnestly, He will reveal His purpose for our life to us.


Dear Lord,
I know that I will die one day. But before I die, I want to be in Your purpose and do Your will. Help me to follow Your guidance and to please You in all I do and say.
In Jesus' name I pray. Amen