The Call
So Moses thought, “I will go over and see this strange sight—why the bush does not burn up.” Exodus 3:1-3
In the passage above, Moses is tending the flock of Jethro, his father-in-law. While caring for the flock, he notices a bush on fire that is not being consumed. Intrigued, Moses decides to investigate why this is happening.
No matter where we are in the world, when God wants to get our attention and call us to His purpose, He knows exactly how to reach us. When Michael Jackson was only five years old, he entered a school talent show, setting him on the path to becoming a world-renowned singer. God knew what would stir his heart. Similarly, Joseph had a dream as a young boy that his family would one day bow before him. Each of us has been called to fulfill a unique assignment on this earth. Our very existence is tied to the purposes God has for us.
The beauty of God's call is that He does not make a grand announcement; He simply moves in the heart of the individual. I was listening to the podcast @jasiriouslyspeaking, and she mentioned that we often have no idea of the magnitude of what God is calling us to. It may seem insignificant at the moment, but its impact could last for generations. That thought stayed with me. I considered how the Apostles likely had no idea that the letters they were writing would be included in the Bible and read by millions of believers over 2,000 years later.
Whatever assignment God calls us to, we must respond. We must remain vigilant to His call because He has chosen us specifically for the purpose He has placed in our hearts. God sees the bigger picture and knows how valuable our contributions are to His plan. Remember, Moses did not feel qualified for his mission, but God knew how He had created Moses and what He had placed inside of him. Likewise, we may not fully grasp how well-equipped we are for our calling. This is why Scripture tells us that without faith, it is impossible to please God. We must trust Him, for He is our Creator and knows us better than we know ourselves. If we were inadequate, He would have never brought us here in the first place. So move forward with confidence in your calling.
Key Takeaways:
You have been hand-selected for the purpose that is in your heart.
God draws us intimately into His master plan.
Your impact on the world is more valuable than you think—do not hesitate to walk in all that God has called you to do.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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