Posts with the tag “calling”

The same Lord who gave you a purpose has committed Himself to finishing it. He does not abandon the work of His hands.  Read More

Paul learned contentment in a prison cell, not a comfortable season. It is not something your circumstances hand you; it is something you learn when they refuse to.  Read More

"But now, this is what the Lord says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: 'Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'" - Isaiah 43:1 There's something powerful about hearing your name called by someone who loves you. It's personal, intimate, and affirming. God doesn't just know about you; He knows you by name, and He calls you His own.God beg...  Read More

“You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” – Matthew 5:48 At first glance, the verse above can feel overwhelming. Be perfect? Really? But Jesus wasn’t calling us to live flawlessly. He was calling us to grow up. The word He used, teleios, means complete, mature, fully developed. Like a diamond that’s considered perfect by a jeweler, not because it’s flawless, but because ...  Read More

"Give to the one who asks you, and don’t turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you." – Matthew 5:42 Generosity is not about guilt. It is not about giving to anyone who asks, without thought or discernment. Jesus was not calling you to be naive or irresponsible. He was calling you to be compassionate. His words in this verse point to a posture of the heart, not just a reaction to every re...  Read More

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” – Matthew 5:27-28 When we think of adultery, most of us picture an obvious and dramatic act. Something physical. A secret affair. A betrayal played out behind someone’s back. But Jesus doesn’t start with th...  Read More

“But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment; whoever insults his brother will be liable to the council; and whoever says, ‘You fool!’ will be liable to hell of fire.” – Matthew 5:22 We live in a world that celebrates speaking your mind. Say what you feel, let it fly, speak your truth. But Jesus warns us that not every word is harmless, and not every out...  Read More

“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles” - Isaiah 40:31 Jesus didn’t call you to blend in. He didn’t rescue you just to get comfortable. He called you to live different. To live holy, to live bold, and to live with purpose in a dark and broken world. There’s a story about a duck who broke his wing on the way south for the winter. A kin...  Read More

"You are not your own, for you were bought at a price. So glorify God with your body." - 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 What determines value? Is it age, rarity, or condition? Most people think value is based on what something is made of or how long it has lasted. But the truth is simple. Value is set by what someone is willing to pay. I read about a baseball card that sold for $12.6 million. It was a 1952...  Read More

"Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9 There will be days when you want to quit. When the things God has called you to do feel too heavy. When you feel like the progress is too slow, the results are too small, and the weight is too much. In moments like that, you have to remember your “why.” Why did you say yes to God in the fir...  Read More

"Send me to Judah and to the city where my ancestors are buried, so that I may rebuild it." - Nehemiah 2:4 Have you ever felt like God was asking you to do something that made no sense? Something that felt too big, too heavy, too impossible for someone like you? Maybe you felt the nudge to lead a Bible study even though you have never led anything before. Maybe you felt the tug to share your story...  Read More

"But I will establish my covenant with you, and you shall come into the ark, you, your sons, your wife, and your sons’ wives with you." - Genesis 6:18 When God gives you a calling, He also gives you the tools to walk it out. That is the story of Noah. He was not a shipbuilder. He was not a seasoned leader. He did not have a background in zoology or disaster response. He was a regular man with a ho...  Read More

"Come, let’s rebuild Jerusalem’s wall, so that we will no longer be a disgrace." - Nehemiah 2:17 Sometimes God gives you a burden that you can’t ignore. And with that burden comes a call that won’t go away. It starts quietly, an ache in your spirit about something that’s broken. Then comes the prayer. You bring it to God, not even knowing what to say, but knowing you can’t carry it alone. And if y...  Read More

"When I heard these words, I sat down and wept. I mourned for a number of days, fasting and praying before the God of the heavens." - Nehemiah 1:4 Big visions don’t usually begin with inspiration. It begins with heartbreak. When Nehemiah heard the news about Jerusalem, he didn’t shrug it off. He didn’t say, “That’s a shame,” and move on with his life. He sat down. He wept. He fasted. He prayed. Be...  Read More

"Let your ear be attentive and your eyes open, to hear the prayer of your servant that I now pray before you day and night for the people of Israel your servants" - Nehemiah 1:6 Have you ever heard something that just stopped you in your tracks? A story or a situation that shook you so deeply, you couldn’t shake it even if you tried? That’s where we find Nehemiah. He wasn’t in Jerusalem. He wasn’t...  Read More

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." - James 1:2-3 Pain is something most of us will do almost anything to avoid. But have you ever thought about what life would be like without it? I once had a childhood friend whose mother lived with a rare condition called CIPA, which left her unable t...  Read More

"His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence." – 2 Peter 1:3 When God calls you to something, He does not send you unprepared. He does not expect you to figure it out on your own. He blesses you, equips you, and provides everything you need to walk in your purpose. The problem is that t...  Read More

"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." – 1 Peter 4:10 God did not create you to live for yourself. The purpose He has placed on your life is not about your success, your recognition, or your comfort. It is about something bigger. Your calling is designed to impact others, to serve, to uplift, and to make a difference beyond yourself. Too...  Read More

"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." – Ephesians 2:10 Do you know what God created you to do? Do you know what His calling is on your life? If not, are you actively pursuing the answer? Every single person has a God-given purpose. You were not created by accident, and you were not placed on this earth just...  Read More

"But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." – James 1:22 Everyone loves to talk about what they’re going to do. People make big plans, set goals, and announce their intentions. But how many actually follow through? How many take real steps toward what they say they will do? God isn’t impressed with words, He’s looking for action. James 1:22 makes it clear that hearing t...  Read More

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6 Growth rarely happens in comfort. Think about the moments in your life when you truly grew; whether spiritually, emotionally, or even physically. Those moments often came when you faced challenges, tried something new, or allow...  Read More

"Say to them, ‘As I live, declares the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live; turn back, turn back from your evil ways, for why will you die, O house of Israel?’" - Ezekiel 33:11 The book of Revelation unfolds like a series of packages within packages. You start with the seven seals, which open up to reveal seven trumpets. When the ...  Read More

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." - Galatians 5:22-23    Remember playing "dress up" as a kid? Maybe you dressed up as a superhero, a princess, or an army man. When I was young, my friends and I would play "Army Man," and the moment we put on our army gear, in our minds, we were real soldiers.  The battlefie...  Read More

“If today you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts.” - Hebrews 3:15    God’s call is ringing out to you. It’s a call to step forward in faith, to be all in, and to live out His will with unwavering commitment. We’ve discussed this all month, the importance of responding to God’s call with obedience and faithfulness. Now, the message is clear: it’s time to stop delaying and act upon His call i...  Read More

"Walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called." - Ephesians 4:1    What does it mean to "walk in a manner worthy of your calling"? It means living a fully surrendered life to Jesus Christ. God doesn't just call us away from sin; He calls us to pursue Him. Repentance involves a change of direction where we turn from sin and turn towards Christ. Many Christians struggle with ...  Read More

"We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure." - Hebrews 6:19   The devil loves to convince us that we are unworthy. He whispers lies in our ears, causing us to feel insecure in our relationship with the Lord. But Hebrews 6:19 assures us that when we are "in Christ," we are "firm and secure" in Him. When God says you’re something, it doesn’t matter if the devil says you’re somethi...  Read More

March 25, 2024“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18Let me share a story that holds a profound lesson. I had a childhood friend whose mom faced a unique challenge—congenital insensitivity to pain and anhidrosis (CIPA). Like Mr. Deeds with the black foot, she felt nothing, even when stabbed with a fire poker. (I don’t recommend trying that,...  Read More

Waiting is preparation. Discover how to sharpen the gifts God has given you before the door opens.  Read More

One body, one Spirit, one hope. Discover the unity and power God pours out on His church.  Read More

The Christian walk begins low — in humility. Discover why a humble heart is the foundation of a worthy life.  Read More

Following Christ means learning a whole new way to walk. Step into the new life He has called you to.  Read More

Without vision, people lose their way. Learn why God-given vision keeps our lives focused and disciplined.  Read More

God knew you before you were born — you are not a copy of anyone else. Discover your God-given identity.  Read More

Hold fast to hope without wavering, for the One who promised is faithful. Learn to wait with unshakable trust.  Read More

God's Word is truth that sets us apart. Discover the freedom that comes from knowing and obeying it.  Read More

Following God is a daily decision. Choose this day whom you'll serve, and embrace the fight worth fighting.  Read More

Not every close relationship is good for your soul. Learn when love means letting go for God's sake.  Read More

Some things we carry no longer fit who we are in Christ. Ask yourself honestly: what are you still holding on to?  Read More

What does a life worthy of Christ actually look like? Learn how to keep walking in the One you received.  Read More

A worthy life leaves the old way behind. Discover what the Christian walk is NOT — and why it matters.  Read More