Are you ever tempted to think your life doesn’t matter? Or that God gives big assignments to others but not to you?

Let me tell you—that couldn’t be further from the truth!

No matter who you are, your life has sanctity. In other words, you are set apart—dedicated for a special use. Here are three reasons the Bible gives for why every human life—including yours—is sacred:

First, God designed you in his image. Genesis 1:27 says, “So God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them” (NLT). That sets you apart from the rest of creation. Cows, goats, ducks, and frogs are not designed in the image of God. But human beings are. Because of that, you can choose between right and wrong, talk with God in prayer, and create things.

Psalm 8:5 says, “You made [human beings] inferior only to yourself; you crowned them with glory and honor” (GNT). Because he made us in his own image, God has given us a special position in his creation.

Second, God planned your life before you were born. God said to Jeremiah, “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you. Before you were born, I set you apart for my holy purpose” (Jeremiah 1:5 GW). Before you even took your first breath, God knew you and had a purpose for your life.

There are examples throughout Scripture of God working in people’s lives before they even were born. John the Baptist was filled with the Spirit in the womb, and Isaiah said, “The LORD called me before my birth” (Isaiah 49:1 NLT). The same is true for you—God planned your life and gave you a purpose before you were born.

Third, God made you for his pleasure. The Bible says, “Thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created” (Revelation 4:11 KJV). God made everything around you for his enjoyment. That includes trees, sunsets, waterfalls—and you! You’re not here by accident. God put you on this planet because he wants to love you and enjoy you—and he wants you to learn to enjoy him too!

So the next time doubt creeps in and you’re tempted to think your life doesn’t matter or doesn’t really have a purpose, hold on to this promise: God set you apart for a special use before you were even born! He made you in his image, planned each day of your life, and made you for his pleasure.

Friend, your life has sanctity and deep meaning. And I’d love to hear how God is using that truth—and the Daily Hope ministry—to make an incredible difference in your life. It’s a joy and encouragement every time someone writes in. So please take a moment to email me at Rick@PastorRick.com. I always love hearing from you!

Pastor Rick