Ever noticed how some of the hardest questions in life don’t have easy answers? Like, ‘Why do we go through pain?’ or ‘What’s the purpose of all this?’ It’s easy to get stuck on these thoughts. But when we think about eternity, everything starts to make a little more sense. It’s like looking at life from a higher viewpoint, where the things that confuse us now might have a bigger purpose.
For example, when we face something unfair—like losing a loved one or going through a tough season that just doesn’t seem to end—it’s hard to see a reason in the moment. But the Bible reminds us that this life isn’t the whole story. In 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, it says, ‘For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.’ This verse helps us remember that our struggles now are temporary, and there’s something far greater ahead.
Or take the question of purpose—like when you’re wondering why you’re here or if what you’re doing matters. The Bible tells us that every person has a purpose, and our actions have a lasting impact. Ephesians 2:10 says, ‘For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.’ This means our lives aren’t random; they’re part of God’s plan, and even our small actions play a role in the bigger picture.
Most of life’s toughest questions —if not all— can be answered with one word: ETERNITY.
Even when we don’t have clear answers to every question, looking at life through the lens of eternity gives us hope and direction. Romans 8:28 reminds us, ‘And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.’ It’s not that everything will be perfect or pain-free, but it’s a reminder that God can use every part of our journey for something good, even when we can’t see it right away.
Thinking about eternity doesn’t solve every mystery, but it shifts our perspective. It’s like zooming out from the immediate chaos and seeing that our lives are part of something much bigger and more meaningful. And that’s a comfort in itself.