Ken Jones: What Is My Purpose?

Summary

In this sermon, the speaker explores the fundamental human purpose through the lens of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, challenging individualistic perspectives and arguing that humanity's chief end is to "glorify God and enjoy him forever." Drawing on theological perspectives and contrasting them with philosophical views like existentialism and absurdism, the sermon emphasizes that humans have a predetermined, collective purpose rooted in Scripture. The practical takeaway is that our purpose transcends personal achievement or individual calling, instead focusing on serving God with both dutiful commitment and genuine delight, understanding our identity as part of a larger human community created in God's image.