Why am I here?
The Maker’s Guide for Life
You expect a manual with any new purchase, whether it’s a car, a phone or a kitchen appliance. These guides are written by those who know the product best and want you to use it safely and well. If such things need instruction, how much more does life itself? The Bible provides that guidance. It is the guide from your Creator, offering direction for a wise and meaningful life.
The Bible as God’s Guidebook
A manufacturer understands what makes their product work. In the same way, God, as Creator, understands people. The Bible says in 2 Timothy 3:16-17 –
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
This means the Bible is not just a collection of stories. It offers direct guidance for the challenges you face each day.
Take Rachel, for example. She struggled with anxiety and uncertainty. Reading Philippians 4:6-7 brought her calm –
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.“
Philippians 4:6-7
The Bible gave her the steps she needed to find peace of mind.
Ignoring the Guide Brings Trouble
When you ignore a product’s manual, you risk using it wrongly or damaging it. The same happens when people ignore the Bible’s advice. Without it, choices often lead to confusion or regret. Proverbs 14:12 warns –
“There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.“
Proverbs 14:12
Consider Lewis. He thought success would bring happiness, so he focused on earning money and chasing recognition. Yet he felt unfulfilled. Only after reading Matthew 6:33 did things change –
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.“
Matthew 6:33
He learnt that true purpose comes from putting God first.
The Bible Answers Everyday Problems
Life brings many challenges, from worries and anger to work and family. The Bible addresses them all. In Psalm 119:105 you read, “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.“
It does not offer vague suggestions. It gives clear direction.
When Tom experienced betrayal from a close friend, he turned to Romans 12:19 – “Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord.“
Instead of holding onto anger, he chose to forgive, trusting God to deal with what happened.
The Decision Rests with You
A manual only works if you use it. God’s Word is available, but you must read it and apply it. Joshua 1:8 encourages you –
“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.“
Joshua 1:8
The Bible is more than a book. It is the Maker’s handbook for living. Will you follow its advice? The outcomes are lasting.
The Universe — Created by God or by Chance?
“The universe can and will create itself from nothing.“
—Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow, physicists, 2010.
“God created the heavens and the earth.”
— Genesis 1:1.
Some say the universe came about on its own. Others believe in God as Creator. These views are both strongly held. Many people remain uncertain. Books and debates often set one side against the other.
What Do the Facts Indicate?
Perhaps you were taught in school that the universe and life formed without a creator. Were you shown proof that a creator does not exist? On the other hand, maybe you have heard religious leaders speak about a creator. Did they support their claims with evidence, or ask you to accept them on faith alone?
It is common to wonder whether anyone can be certain about a creator. You may also ask if the answer matters at all.
Signs Pointing to a Creator
Many people see the complexity of the universe as evidence for a creator. The laws of physics appear fine-tuned for life. If gravity were even a little different, or if atomic forces changed, life would not exist. Albert Einstein once remarked –
“The harmony of natural law reveals an intelligence of such superiority that, compared with it, all the systematic thinking of people is an utterly insignificant reflection.“
Albert Einstein
Inside every cell is DNA, holding complex instructions, much like computer code. Could such exact detail come about by chance? Many scientists say that this level of order suggests an intelligent and powerful designer.
The Importance of the Answer
If life and the universe happened by accident, then life has no deeper purpose. If a creator exists, life may have meaning beyond day-to-day survival. The Bible says people were made to live in harmony with God and each other. Psalm 37:29s, “The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.“
This statement offers hope for a future marked by peace and contentment.
Making a Thoughtful Decision
The question of God’s existence shapes your outlook on life, ethics, and the future. Some reject the idea of a creator. Others accept the evidence for one. The decision is yours, but careful thought is important.
This issue will continue to set out why belief in a creator is reasonable and how it can offer meaning and hope. Whether you’re undecided or have strong views, the answer may change how you see the world.
