The Chief End of Everything and Everyone

Why the best things in life can never be the point, but are instead pointers to the One who loved us and gave Himself for us.

In the 17th century, the Westminster Divines summarized the entire purpose of human existence with a profound statement:

"Man’s chief end is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever."

These 12 words summarize every worthwhile human hope, dream, and ambition. Every bit of life, work, and play is given for God’s sake. And when God receives his glory, a bless…