Quotes about Purpose

All men are in search of happiness. . . . This is the motive for men's every action, even those who are going to hang themselves.

This is why we believe in Jesus Christ—to help us see that we are not what we ought to be and to help us become what we ought to be.

The first division is between playful and serious conversations. By playful conversation, I mean all forms of talk that have no set purpose, no objective to achieve, no controlling direction. In addition, like play itself, which is that form of human activity in which we engage purely for the pleasure inherent in the activity itself, conversation that is playful in intent rather than seriously motivated is conversation that is enjoyable for its own sake, and not pursued

We ought to desire whatever is really good for us and nothing else.

The greatest tragedy in life is not death, but a life without a purpose.

When purpose is not known, abuse is inevitable

Healthy relationships should always begin at the spiritual and intellectual levels - the levels of purpose, motivation, interests, dreams,and personality.

It is the same way with dating. The time you are most prepared for dating is when you don't need anyone to complete you, fulfill you, or instill in you a sense of worth or purpose.

Don't ever make the mistake of telling God that you have nothing to offer. That simply is not true. God does not create any junk.

We want God to fix all our problems. God says instead, "I have a purpose for your problems. I want to use your problems to change you and to reveal My grace and power to the world." That is the Truth—and the Truth will set you free.

Tell the world what you intend to do, but first show it. This is the equivalent of saying deeds, and not words, are what count most.

Any ideas, plan, or purpose may be placed in the mind through repetition of thought.