The Bible acknowledges that for humans, life is ‘short and filled with trouble.’ (Job 14:1) Is this really what God wants for us? If not, what is his purpose for us? Will it ever be fulfilled? Consider the Bible’s comforting answers.

1. What kind of life does Jehovah want for us?

Jehovah wants us to have the best life possible. When he created the first humans, Adam and Eve, he placed them in a beautiful paradise, the garden of Eden. Then “God blessed them, and God said to them: ‘Be fruitful and become many, fill the earth and subdue it.’” (Genesis 1:28) Jehovah wanted them to have children, to make the whole earth a paradise, and to take care of the animals. His purpose was for all people to enjoy perfect health and live forever.

Although things did not work out that way,a God’s purpose has not changed. (Isaiah 46:10, 11) He still wants obedient humans to live forever in perfect conditions.​—Read Revelation 21:3, 4.

2. How can we enjoy a meaningful life now?

Jehovah created us with a “spiritual need,” that is, a desire to know and worship him. (Read Matthew 5:3-6.) He wants us to have a close friendship with him, “to walk in all his ways, to love him,” and to serve him “with all [our] heart.” (Deuteronomy 10:12; Psalm 25:14) When we do so, we can be truly happy even though we have problems. Worshipping Jehovah gives our life real meaning and a sense of purpose.

3. Jehovah has a wonderful purpose for humans

Play the VIDEO, and then discuss the question that follows.

VIDEO: Why Did God Create the Earth?​—Excerpt (1:41)

• Why did God create our beautiful planet?

Read Ecclesiastes 3:11, and then discuss this question:

• What does this teach you about Jehovah?

4. Jehovah’s purpose has not changed

Read Psalm 37:11, 29 and Isaiah 55:11, and then discuss this question:

• How do we know that Jehovah’s purpose for us has not changed?

5. Worshipping Jehovah gives our life real meaning

VIDEO: I Learned the Purpose of Life (5:03)

• How did Terumi benefit from learning the purpose of life?

Read Ecclesiastes 12:13, and then discuss this question:

• Because Jehovah has done so much for us, what are we obligated to do in return?

SUMMARY

Jehovah wants us to enjoy life forever in perfect conditions here on earth. When we worship him with all our heart, our lives have real meaning​—even now.

Review

• What was Jehovah’s original purpose for Adam and Eve?

• How do we know that God’s purpose for humans has not changed?

• How can you find real meaning in life?

EXPLORE

Consider the evidence that the garden of Eden really existed.

“The Garden of Eden​—Myth or Fact?” (The Watchtower, January 1, 2011)

Learn why we can be sure that the earth will remain forever.

“Will the Earth Be Destroyed?” (Web article)

Examine what the Bible says about finding meaning in your life.

“What Is the Meaning of Life?” (Web article)

See how a man who thought he had everything found what was missing in his life.

Now I Have a Life of Purpose (3:55)

2. Who rule with Jesus?

Jesus does not rule alone. Persons from “every tribe and tongue and people and nation . . . are to rule as kings over the earth.” (Revelation 5:9, 10) How many will rule with Christ? Since Jesus came to earth, millions of Christians have become his followers. But only 144,000 of them go to heaven to rule with Jesus. (Read Revelation 14:1-4.) All other Christians on earth will become citizens of the Kingdom.​—Psalm 37:29.

God’s Kingdom is already ruling. Soon it will make big changes on the earth. Let us consider some of the good things that you can look forward to under Kingdom rule.

1. How will God’s Kingdom restore peace and justice to the earth?

Jesus, the King of God’s Kingdom, will destroy wicked people and governments at the war of Armageddon. (Revelation 16:14, 16) At that time, the following Bible promise will be completely fulfilled: “Just a little while longer, and the wicked will be no more.” (Psalm 37:10) Through the Kingdom, Jesus will make sure that peace and justice fill the earth.​—Read Isaiah 11:4.

2. What will life be like when God’s will is done on earth?

Under the rule of God’s Kingdom, “the righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.” (Psalm 37:29) Imagine living in a world where everyone is righteous and all love Jehovah and each other! No one will get sick, and everyone will live forever.

3. What will God’s Kingdom accomplish after the wicked are destroyed?

After the wicked are destroyed, Jesus will rule as King for 1,000 years. During that time, he and his 144,000 corulers will help humans on earth to become perfect and sinless. By the end of that period, the earth will be turned into a beautiful paradise, filled with happy people who benefit from obeying Jehovah’s laws. Jesus will then hand the rulership back to his Father, Jehovah. As never before, Jehovah’s “name [will] be sanctified.” (Matthew 6:9, 10) It will have been proved that Jehovah is a good Ruler who cares about his subjects. Jehovah will then destroy Satan, the demons, and any others who choose to rebel against His rulership. (Revelation 20:7-10) The perfect conditions brought about by God’s Kingdom will last forever.

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4. God’s Kingdom will end human governments

“Man has dominated man to his harm.” (Ecclesiastes 8:9) By means of his Kingdom, Jehovah will reverse this injustice.

Read Daniel 2:44 and 2 Thessalonians 1:6-8, and then discuss these questions:

• How will Jehovah and his Son, Jesus, deal with human governments and their supporters?

• How does what you have learned about Jehovah and Jesus assure you that their actions will be just and fair?

5. Jesus is an ideal King

As King of God’s Kingdom, Jesus will do much for the benefit of his earthly subjects. Play the VIDEO to see how Jesus has already shown that he has both the desire and the God-given power to help people.

VIDEO: Jesus Showed What the Kingdom Will Accomplish (1:13)

While on earth, Jesus gave a preview of what the Kingdom would accomplish. Which blessings listed here do you especially look forward to? Read the accompanying scriptures that relate to those blessings.

6. God’s Kingdom will bring a wonderful future

VIDEO: A Glimpse Into a Wonderful Future (4:38)

Read Psalm 145:16, and then discuss this question:

• How does it make you feel to know that Jehovah will “satisfy the desire of every living thing”?

SUMMARY

God’s Kingdom will accomplish its goal. It will transform the earth into a global paradise filled with good people who will worship Jehovah forever.

Review

• How will God’s Kingdom sanctify Jehovah’s name?

• Why can we believe that God’s Kingdom will fulfill the Bible’s promises?

• What accomplishment of the Kingdom do you especially look forward to?

EXPLORE

Find out what Armageddon means.

“What Is the Battle of Armageddon?” (Web article)

Examine the events that will occur during what Jesus called the “great tribulation.”​—Matthew 24:21.

“What Is the Great Tribulation?” (Web article)

See how families can meditate together on future Kingdom blessings.

See Yourself in Paradise (1:50)

In “I Was Troubled by Many Questions,” learn how a political rebel found the solutions he was looking for.

“The Bible Changes Lives” (The Watchtower, January 1, 2012)