How do you see your life? I have been told life is a circus, minefield, roller coaster, a puzzle, a symphony, a journey, a dance and even a carousel: sometimes you're up, sometimes you're down, and sometimes you just go round and round or life is a ten-speed bicycle with gears we never use or life is a game of cards: You have to play the hand you are dealt. If i asked how you picture life, what image would come to your mind? That image is your LIFE METAPHOR. For instance, if you think life is a party, your primary value in life will be having fun. If you see life as a race, you will value speed and probably be in a hurry much of the time. If you view life as a marathon, you will value endurance. If you see life as a battle or a game, winning will be very important to you. The Bible offers three metaphors that teach us God's view of life: Life is a test, life is a trust, and life is a temporary assignment. These ideas are foundation of purpose- driven living. MARANATHA