**Sabbath Afternoon Bible

Study: What Matters in Life**

**Introduction:**
Welcome, young friends, to our Sabbath
afternoon Bible study. Today, we are
going to delve into a topic that is crucial
for us as young people: understanding
what truly matters in life. In a world
filled with distractions and pressures, it's
important to focus on what God values
and how we can live meaningful lives
according to His purpose.
**1. The Foundation of Life:
Relationship with God**

-**Bible Verse:** Ecclesiastes 12:13 -

"Now all has been heard; here is the
conclusion of the matter: Fear God and
keep his commandments, for this is the
duty of all mankind."

-**Ellen G. White Quote:** "The first

step in the path of life that leads to
eternal peace is found in following the
light that shines from the Word of God."
(Counsels on Stewardship, p. 15)
Discussion Point:
Our relationship with God is
foundational to everything else in life.
How can we strengthen our connection
with Him daily?

**2. Investing in Eternal

Values**

- **Bible Verse:** Matthew 6:19-21 -

"Do not store up for yourselves
treasures on earth, where moths and
vermin destroy, and where thieves break
in and steal. But store up for yourselves
treasures in heaven, where moths and
vermin do not destroy, and where
thieves do not break in and steal. For
where your treasure is, there your heart
will be also."

- **Ellen G. White Quote:** "Christ, the

world’s Redeemer, bids us seek first the
kingdom of God and His righteousness;
and He assures us that all necessary
things will be added." (Steps to Christ, p.
116)

Discussion Point:
What are some practical ways we can
invest in eternal values rather than
temporary pleasures?
**3. Serving Others in Love**

-**Bible Verse:** Galatians 5:13 -

"You, my brothers and sisters, were
called to be free. But do not use your
freedom to indulge the flesh; rather,
serve one another humbly in love."

-**Ellen G. White Quote:** "The

principles of the gospel are to control
the life. The lessons of Christ are to be
practised in the home life, in the social
relations, in the church." (Counsels on
Sabbath School Work, p. 36)
Discussion Point:
How can we practically demonstrate
Christ's love by serving others in our
communities and churches?

**4. Embracing God's Call for

Your Life**

- **Bible Verse:** Jeremiah 29:11 - "'For

I know the plans I have for you,' declares
the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not
to harm you, plans to give you hope and
a future.'"
- **Ellen G. White Quote:** "Each has
his appointed work, for each is to fit
himself to do a special work in God’s
great plan." (Education, p. 264)

Discussion Point:
How can we discern God’s call for our
lives and actively pursue His purpose for
us?

**Conclusion:**
Today, we've explored what matters in
life from God's perspective: our
relationship with Him, investing in
eternal values, serving others in love,
and embracing His call for our lives. As
young people, let's commit ourselves to
live according to God's Word and follow
His leading in all that we do. Remember,
He has called each of us for a purpose,
and with His strength, we can make a
significant impact in this world for His
glory.

Let's close with a prayer, asking God to

guide us as we strive to live lives that
truly matter in His sight.