I was recently reading a book about idols that we create in our lives and the importance of removing those idols. One of the things I learned is the definition for vanity. Most of us who have spent any time in church or read anything written by Solomon knows that he often used the phrase vanity, vanity all is vanity. The word vanity means nothingness. You may have known this but I will confess that I did not. However when I read this, it made total sense to me. So much of what we strive for and desire on a daily basis is often nothingness. It has no meaning. It will not endure.
The only true thing we have in this world is our relationship with Christ and our Heavenly Father. We were created to please Him. He desires a relationship with us but not one half heartedly given. He desires all of our affection thus the importance of removing idols or things that are temporary that we believe will bring us joy. We make so many mistakes seeking these things only to discover that we still are not happy. Set your heart on the One who can give you that joy. The One who created you for you to walk with Him and glorify Him in all things. Revel in His love and a relationship with Him. Despite whatever you face in this life, that relationship will sustain you and carry you and give you courage to get out of bed the next morning and do it all over again.