In the Old Testament temple were fixtures crafted to exact specifications from some precious and some common materials designed by God and shaped by men for differing purposes: some to bear light, others to cleanse worshippers, some for fragrance or to carry the weight of sacrifice. In the same way we were each fearfully and wonderfully made by God for a specific purpose that brings about fulfillment and joy in the abundant life God planned for us to experience. Let’s look at how we move into the higher purposes of God that cause righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.