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Part Four: Everything is Meaningless


This is the final to the four-part series that has been inspired by my Bible read through (reading the bible from beginning to end). 

As I read the book of Ecclesiastes, I was reminded of the book review I did earlier on Dealing with Disappointment. They both ask the big question: “Is life just one big disappointment?”

Even if you are not a believer, I think this discussion will be equally thought-provoking and hold deep resonance with most, if not everyone.

I wanted to close the series with a personal thought from my own journey to find meaning and purpose, as life can seem pretty pointless and mundane at times. The cycle of life and death in broad terms typically includes schooling, job, family, house, car, holidays, retirement and ultimately death. It makes life appear like a shopping list rather than a gift; it may be treated as the way we see it.

Prior to finding Christ, I have found living to be somewhat of a burden that we call life, characterised by brokenness chaining me into an existence rather than living in the fullness of life. Life just seemed to be full of pain, sorrow and hurt plighting every generation with the same fate.

However, finding Christ has enabled me to focus on the goodness of life rather than the darkness. Life still comes with its challenges, navigating the world of messy relationships, and all the other issues that come up as part of living in a fallen world. 

Following the Lord Jesus Christ hasn’t changed the suffering and injustice that this life brings – but God is helping me to change the way I respond to the suffering.

I still struggle but I also bounce back from difficult seasons; pursuing Him has given me an overall peace that I have yet to achieve alone, in spite of what life may throw at me. Following the Lord Jesus Christ is the same as choosing to live for eternity instead of letting this fickle world influence me.

For example, cultural and social norms paint the message of finding love and put so much weight on the idea of relationships – negating the most important relationship of all. The one with yourself and for me also my relationship with my saviour, who brings me indefinite peace, joy and faith in spite of my external circumstances.

It’s difficult for me to put into words, as I think it’s something experienced through being transformed by the glorious love of Jesus.  It is beyond human comprehension – It is so perfect that it still works in an imperfect world. The one who died for us loved us unconditionally mirroring the Father’s love for us all.  

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