How Do I Know God’s Calling for My Life?

[@HisBelovedSon70x7]

Pray and read your Bible, a lot. 1. God will not call you to do something that you are not spiritually gifted to do. 2. Consider the needs that you see in the world and the ones that move you most deeply 3. Take into consideration your natural skills 4. Notice your growing and reaccuring awarenesses and interests 5. Be aware of growing desires in your heart of a particular work 6. Take seriously the affirmations and confirmations of the local church. 7. Desire to glorify God chiefly

[@standforchrist1980]

Thnx man, most thanks God ❤✝️

[@kskitchen-fw7uy]

Super helpful! Thanks!

[@HisBelovedSon70x7]

@@kskitchen-fw7uy You're very welcome! :)

[@faithbasedliving9391]

Thank you for this!

[@emebetabduk9508]

Thanks u r awesome

[@EikkatinXD]

"You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:13

[@annettejones2332]

☆

[@acharich]

🔥🙏🔥

[@iamURHO]

thank you Eikkatin

[@carolinestrotman8103]

Amen. I pray that faithful God show me the way too.

[@Nunyabizness2121]

Let me ask what if you have done that and constantly keep hitting a wall and are now 45 yrs old like I am where your father left you and your mother was murdered at age ,10 and your entire life has been a struggle and are now facing homelessness ..I can't help but feel my faith being pushed away because np matter how much I pray or fast read bible resist sin I've always been barley surviving and I'm desperately wanting help from God and I feel there is something holding me back that's invisible possibly ..if anyone has any ideas please help

[@Moontess]

Listening to this really encourages me and reminds me of my own journey... 11 years ago, I was finishing university and, despite being a young Christian, I felt God's call to be a missionary. I wasn't sure what to do with this but God definitely knew what He was doing. The part about being transformed by the renewing of the mind is so true. As I prayed and sought God in the Bible about what to do with this calling (actually, it felt more like a 'whispering' at the time because I was still unsure), God really transformed my heart for Him - I learnt to submit to Him with my whole heart and with no reservations. He truly became Lord in my life. He also used the Christian mentors around me to work through with me some of these points that Ps John laid out: What are my spiritual gifts? What are the needs around me? What are my skills? Is there something/somewhere that I'm becoming passionate about? etc. To help with this, I decided to go on a short-term mission trip to Japan. I felt this was a great way to learn more about God's heart for mission as well as about how I could be used by Him and how He has created me. 11 years later, I'm still a missionary. I ended up serving in Japan for 4 years, reaching out to university students there. I'm now back in my home country but still on mission, reaching out to unreached people groups God has actually brought to our shore as students, immigrants, etc. Next year will mark 10 years of being a missionary. It has not been an easy journey but I've been thankful for every minute of it because it has been such a wonderful experience of pursuing God's will in my life, waiting for His answers, watching Him provide for me, getting to know Him more, and seeing more people know about His beautiful glory.

[@filipinamaiden7773]

hello! I'm a nurse but always felt as a child I wanted to be a missionary, but I fell into the temptation of pleasing what men thought of me, expectations, and to be honest, I always looked up to this missionarry Amy Carmichael and reading about her life made me want to become a missionary, and I feel also God calling me starting to first, talk to people about Him, I would love to hea rmore about your calling how it came to be! thank you for your testimony sister! Jesus delivered me from my transgressions and I want to be able to let Him renew and transform my mind to pursue Abba's perfect will.

[@Moontess]

What a beautiful testimony of God's power and grace, dear sister! I really pray that as God renews your mind and transforms you from the inside out, His light will continue to shine through you and may He use you to bring His beautiful gospel to not just the people around you but also to the nations as well. Your testimony has encouraged me so much and I'm sure God will use it to encourage many others too.

[@ifesjournal]

wow that's really cool!

[@bean7496]

You are encouraging to me, I am 14 and thinking of narrowing the list of things i would like to do in life. I'm good at English and literature and history but I don't want to pursue them. I like art and crafts more, I'm ok good at them but i want to become better, I want God to use what I'm good at to advance His kingdom. We plan that when I go to university I will spread the gospel by His leadership. Maybe my talent is in art ? Just haven't found it ? Either way, I really love it and even if I dong find my talent, I'll love doing what I enjoy to further God's kingdom. What do you say?

[@Moontess]

@@bean7496 Sounds like you have many beautiful talents and interests - that's so cool to hear. I would encourage you that no matter which direction you go in life, just keep seeking to draw closer to God. Life is very unpredictable (just look at this pandemic we're in), but the one constant is God. Always cling to Him and He will lead you where to go.

[@Tungly_tubi]

I love God

[@JamesGowan]

hei dun much love,... I pray to love Him more, Jesus, Spirit - everyday.

[@arthurwolfgramm4823]

@@JamesGowan amen

[@nicholas3708]

Amen brother. God is good.

[@foreverHis.period]

Me too. GOD is so good!

[@standforchrist1980]

Grow in faith, people of God❤✝️

[@TheBrotherOfPeter]

I needed this. God is growing a deep interest in my heart for the country of Wales. Please pray God discerns this as a clear calling

[@PMA65537]

I have a Welsh name and feel called to stay out.

[@iamURHO]

Can you please pray for me? I'm always at home. I need to work or venture or study or both. I'm broke and live with my parents. They want to support me in my back to school (university) so i can help them and if so, it has to be this yr but I want to be independent bec they have debts, I already wasted their money when I had the chance (too many chances), and my case is so helpless. But I also don't like to go back to college, if anything, if given the chance (which in man's perspective is IMPOSSIBLE) it's just so my parents/family won't have to go through shame when people ask abt me. I don't communicate with friends and have no social interactions for over a year although I'm looking forward to refreshing my good old friendships sometime. I'm always praying for a new environment, that way I could have new experiences, friends, and fresh start. Will you please pray for God's will for me? Thank you.

[@Moontess]

Just prayed for you, my friend. May God be the fresh start for you.

[@temitopeoshokoya4906]

Just prayed for you as well! When there are a lot of variables set your eyes on that which is a constant-Lord Jesus and his great unconditional love.

[@emilyisnotyourfriend]

URHO TM Keep your head up. Time will pass no matter how we spend it, so use that time to honor God, in each little choice. Don’t feel like youre a burden, youre hearts beatin youre here for a reason 💛 He will guide you

[@heliaalves9062]

I prayed for you today. I'm sure God will show you the way, you can ask him directly. God bless you!

[@bria901]

Praying for you! Sounds tough, I would highly encourage you to allow other believers to walk alongside you and offer you the comfort and friendship our hearts need. I pray you get to rest in the sovereignty and goodness of the Father in this season!

[@Sean-ng4eu]

In this dark world we need to see Gods brightness. Pastor John has great understanding & passion for his beliefs.

[@sler5551]

Thank you for this as an extremely “new” Christian that has been struggling w/ leaving a religious group w/ a questionable doctrine I was starting to feel I have been reading the word of God ONLY to refute the doctrine, but I also have a friend in this group, I find I keep researching this groups learning all the falseness and dangers & reaching out to her trying to help her see, but she’s stronger in her “faith” than I am in my young knowledge of the word I strongly feel Jesus saved me & guided me out of the “cult” and to hear the Truth. Therefore I have been studying the word so that I can hear the word and also help guide others away from the false doctrine. But also to bring me to Christ. 🙏🏼

[@hillarycontreras461]

Thank you for this Pastor John. A lot of things happened and made me understand that my chosen degree back then is really not for me. It's hard to let go but I know that I am not made to walk on that path. There's this thing in my heart that cries for medicine or being a teacher but I still don't know if it's just me or God. I don't really know if it is my calling or not. But I am praying for His will to be done. Pray for me alsooooooo. Thank youuuuu 💛 God Bless you all 💛

[@louiserosimo3432]

Please pray for me. It's my desire to be a missionary but I wanna hear it from God that this desire is from Him.

[@kvvnng]

Prayed for you.

[@bruce8961]

First, Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved and how They can be. Daily, everyday

[@vv.8927]

This man ... talking about gifts... thank God for the gifts He has given Pastor Jhon to teach 🙌🏼🙏🏼

[@damienkilcannonvryce]

I too am beginning to feel this unspeakable compulsion to do something more. Whether it is to preach or to be more involved in my faith, both personally and to share with more enthusiasm. May god’s will be done, not mine. Please lead me in the right path and I hope for the strength like the prophets had

[@oldzensoul]

Wow thank you Jesus for whoever asked this because I did not know where to go to ask my question but thank u for answering this. I love your point about it becoming irresistible and brewing but I feel like my church don't know me very personally and no one confirms it there. That's one hang up ..every other thing I know God is leading me but they feel I'm supposed to stay in church and just sing for them it saddens me the lack of encouragement I get from almost anyone. I love music but I'm not near as passionate about that as I am the poor and hopeless.

[@JR-nz2cm]

Sing in nursing homes or places people forget they are people as well or family has abandoned them

[@kenowens9021]

That's the trick. For me, I was searching for a religious philosophy and not a religion per se. Then, I met someone who invited me to lunch and it was a religious group. I was asked to come that night for a lecture. I said I would think about it. When I left, a voice came to me saying that I should go, it would change my life. I went, and my life has been centered on God ever since. You don't know when or how you are called, but its up to you to decide which path to take. Luckily I chose the right one.

[@animationministry]

I believe God called me to make high quality, CG movies of Bible stories for young adults. Christian animation has been lacking in production quality and storytelling, usually because us Christians keep thinking animation is for little kids. I believe in changing that to reach more people for Jesus!

[@GinaDuffify]

Amen! Thank u, Pastor John ♡

[@MaikaBakani]

This was incredibly helpful. Thank you so much.

[@HannahC3120]

Jesus the way, the truth, the life 🙏🏽

[@Ex_christian]

Nope, not one bit…..

[@Matt_Hil]

Thank you so much for this - I’ve just had my calling to god and currently I’m trying to processing my next steps in where god wants me to be. This has helped me so much on following my path - thank you.

[@kutlwanotlhoaele2191]

Thanks Pastor John. For this full explanarion and depth too

[@mosesruno]

Thank you pastor John. I really appreciate it. God bless you.

[@davevslife]

Amen to this!

[@johntyler8993]

Praise the Lord!!!

[@mattwilson9585]

It’s written in Gods Word: Work Love Everyone Share the gospel Don’t go in to Debt Mind your own business Live a peaceful life as much as possible Pay your bills on time Serve the carnal needs of the Saints And REMEMBER THIS LFE IS SHORT and your eternal reward is the only reward We should be working for.

[@justpeachy4393]

I have an impression I'm praying about that God wants me to move to California and be an encouragement to Christians out there.... I have 2 kids, am a single mom and all my family lives in new England. Seems pretty ridiculous, but praying God gives me clarity

[@alexz2702]

Very cool video, thank God for Pastor John

[@canyonthiess6917]

Brethren, pray for me. Need fresh guidance and direction

[@SoulDeepZim]

I'm in a season of paralysis in my gift and I can't seem to move at all because I'm no longer sure about what or who I thought God wanted me to do and be.

[@andreeaburian1408]

Same. I have an inkling that you've had some trauma ❤

[@msharris2319]

A call to do ministry is something you can’t run from most people who are called are different from others on the enter self most people who are called tend to be a outcast from others most people who are called was told by Jesus this is my will for you to do by his voice visions and dreams Jesus speaks threw our spirit to do his work and will most people that are called run and don’t understand the calling at 1st we definitely start out doing what god did not tell us to do we ignore the call at 1st most people who endure endure more do to the calling

[@Simply_M]

Wow

[@Simply_M]

Sounds familiar 🤦🏽‍♀️ .... do callings have to be confirmed ?

[@msharris2319]

@@Simply_M No but I do think that sooner or later more than you will see the call you feel the call

[@grantmoffatt8501]

For the past 10 or so months I've had an oddly specific concern for ministering to military service members, more specifically special forces and even more specifically SEAL's. I recall playing high school football and getting to be and example to my teammates just by the way I carried myself and getting to minister to them by my example and being a loyal teammate/friend. I repeatedly think of being able to minister to those in service by serving with them and showing them Christ's love in the things we'd do. I know most of those guys don't think a Godly man is a real man, and given they're usually around the same types of people, what better way to minister to them than being among them. Ministry aspect aside, I notice how God has physically gifted me with being hard working and willing to push myself, so I can see myself doing it in that sense too. And then of course I look at the evil we're fighting against and I want to help end that... as best as possible. I've been doubtful recently, given how much work is required to become a seal. Also I question whether it's just me wanting to do something 'cool'. But my primary concern is to bring light in the midst of that darkness. I'm 19 and in welding school right now and each these points John made call to me. Specifically point 5, about a growing desire for missions. My desire to serve has grown continually and it makes me anxious wondering if this truly is God's will. I need prayer about this, and if you guys have any advice I'd love to hear it. THANKS

[@CakesDontLie]

Hello Grant, I am slightly struggling with my career path too. I want to be a contract/criminal lawyer and like you, spread light in the darkness. I’ve also been anxious about the path as I worry about going to law school and that it’s really expensive and hard to get into. What I have been doing though(and I hope this helps) is to pray almost everyday about it to guide me through the steps and let His will be done. I’m sure you know Jeremiah 29:11 (if not no worries it’s a good verse!) but God knows the plans for us. His ways are better than our ways. I try to think in the mindset of,”Okay. If God wants me to be a lawyer, he WILL work it out.” Yes being a seal will be extremely stressful and tons of hard work and determination. And if you don’t become one it will be disappointing especially if you wanted to do that. But you’ve got to trust that if that’s where God wants you to go, He will pull you through it. I think it God teaches us through these moments of direction to really trust what He’s doing and growing us which is awesome. No matter what. Whatever you do God will put you where He wants you. Ask, seek, and knock and the door will open. Keep praying and don’t grow weary. God’s loves you and knows the best for you. Hope that helps.

[@CakesDontLie]

In Hoc Signo Diliget Pray diligently. Ask, seek, and knock. God will always put you where you are supposed to be💙

[@jayfreeman5117]

Thank you for this video Pastor John.

[@williamorr9203]

Matthew 6:33.Ask him to transform you innerly from this world's system.Sure works for me.

[@nunya38753]

Pastor Piper. This is very good.

[@benitojohngenitojr.5608]

Your Lifes in Christ Today and Everyday Continually Everlastingly According to HIS Will, and Purpose.

[@williamPSea]

I needed to hear this. While all of this is great, number 4 really hit me.

[@JUANLOPEZ-dl6ux]

In the time of tribulations we will find out are true love to God

[@bruce8961]

Tribulation Started About 2000yrs ago and Will Become Greater as We Draw Closer to The Rapture. Tribulation is Satan Attacking God's People. Tribulation is Not The Wrath of God

[@0318kent]

Can you tell us more about your decision to be a pastor @8:50? What made your decision irresistible??

[@blanchet2852]

I thought Moses was not gifted in speech but he was called to lead and stuff

[@acharich]

Mmm, there's much more to leadership than speaking though..

[@davida6146]

Blanche T he had connections in Egypt... so yeah

[@christianmclain2045]

Actually, His brother Aaron, was often tasked to speak FOR Moses because he was gifted in speaking. Moses was gifted in leadership. Take a look at the conversation between Moses and God at the burning bush in Exodus and you will see.

[@shellbell8062]

God gave him some good training ground in shepherding sheep! He was also known as one of the most humble men ever. A definite quality for leadership.

[@eleonora_g]

I also believe that stutter and being gifted in speech is also two different things

[@idomalion6167]

I had a near death experience, I saw the gates off heaven and the book off life. Then the angel at the gate said go back you have something to do on earth. 30 years later I still don't know my calling, I've prayed etc still nothing

[@_heislovely]

God could be using you already at this moment. You've probably touched so many lives in ways you dont even know. If you have faith in Jesus and you live out the gospel your life evangelizes to others whether you may realize it or not and it impacts their lives and their hearts. Even a conversation, a smile, an advice, a helping hand you have given. If you were told you have something to do on earth, ponder all that you have done and the different ways God has used you even in the smallest ways. That is why you are here!!! Sometimes its not even a big spectacular thing (in our eyes) but in God's eyes it is!

[@joanwong6439]

Idoma lion Wow, at least you shared with people the heaven is real, the book of life and the angels talked to you- evangelize to others.

[@allysonmessina1785]

That could be your calling talking to people about this!!!! Telling people heaven is real and the only way to get there is through Jesus to reunite yourself with God!

[@markmusatau1929]

Pray and fast until wisdom comes. The other people said it well tho.

[@bean7496]

Pray and fast and ask God to open your eyes and heart

[@andrewd9356]

Glory be to God forever and ever!!!

[@Ex_christian]

Which god?

[@gabriellecampbell9127]

Thank you so much

[@amaree9732]

You'll hear this deep resonant voice rumble down from the sky and say, "Yo! I'm callin' for your life!"

[@garyinman9325]

Be still start off with listening with your heart then your ears then your mind then covering all with the Holy spirit asking to intervene on your behalf concerning that which you are unable to understand . don't expect this to happen in couple hours or days not that God can't or won't. Be prepared to fill confliction don't quit on this apprehension until you are clear what the will of God is for you . helps ; for get completely what the world's thoughts of are God's will

[@jellareyncuriasgorgonio5122]

Humans on self-entitlement nowadays. They think that you can only preach with having the title of a pastor or whatsoever, when in fact they can do the job regardless what profession they have.

[@dannysantis2622]

Deuteronomy 12:28 [28]Obey faithfully everything that I have commanded you, and all will go well for you and your descendants for ever, because you will be doing what is right and what pleases the Lord your God. 1 Thessalonians 2:12 [12]We encouraged you, we comforted you, and we kept urging you to live the kind of life that pleases God, who calls you to share in his own Kingdom and glory. Colossians 1:6,9-10 [6]The gospel keeps bringing blessings and is spreading throughout the world, just as it has among you ever since the day you first heard about the grace of God and came to know it as it really is. [9]For this reason we have always prayed for you, ever since we heard about you. We ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will, with all the wisdom and understanding that his Spirit gives. [10]Then you will be able to live as the Lord wants and will always do what pleases him. Your lives will produce all kinds of good deeds, and you will grow in your knowledge of God. >What pleases God is your calling itself.

[@abbieamavi]

*I want to become a missionary pilot and fly for non-profits like MAF and JAARS but I think it DEFINITELY needs a call because the schooling is around $80K and takes 6-10 years on average from start to getting on the field. So, I need a call or else I have no business scrabbling around I feel*

[@ajay6534]

Veni Vidi Amavi I pray that God gives you a clear sign in the days to come. Be ready and lean on to him for his message for you. God bless you

[@arthurwolfgramm4823]

I pray you do well!

[@angieblove]

Jesus please help me

[@bruce8961]

WOW!!!: How are You Doing? Are You in Need of Salvation? If You Feel His Voice Tugging on Your Heart, Ask Forgiveness. When He Answers, You Will be Washed by The Blood of The Lamb, You Will be Baptized with The Holy Spirit, You Will be Changed ( 2Corinthians 5:17 ) You Will Know, Impossible Not to. Read The Bible Daily, The Spirit Will Teach and Guide You as You Read. Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved. By Doing These Things You Will Become Stronger and Draw Closer to The Lord. The Lord can help with All Your Troubles

[@stephanietunc2240]

I can only think of 4 things: 1. Singing 2. Interior/exterior house layout and design 3. Non-profit housing projects 4. Designing cities structured around people. I ALWAYS GO BACK TO THESE. Especially #2. I love signing and everything to do with homes. Building homes. I want to help the poor and the homeless so badly. Same with orphans. These are the only things I'm extremely passionate about.

[@abrahamlima5052]

Uh… that’s me too. All 4. Help me, thought it was my flesh and I wanted to… please pray for me. I’m considering this but I’m scared. I’m confused

[@bruce8961]

No One Comes to Christ Except The Father Calls ( John 6:44 ) If You Feel His Voice Tugging on Your Heart, Ask Forgiveness. When He Answers, You Will be Washed by The Blood of The Lamb, You Will be Baptized with The Holy Ghost, You Will be Changed ( 2Corinthians 5:17 ) You Will Know, Impossible Not to. Read The Bible Daily, The Spirit Will Teach and Guide You as You Read. Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved and how They can be. By Doing These Things You Will Become Stronger and Draw Closer to The Lord

[@regineweibgen2820]

The next step for you will be God sending people in your life where you can connect to reach your calling. He already sent you a Vision. Keep watching. Yet sometimes you may have to step forward alone

[@rs7458]

I’m lost...I don’t know what to do. Need prayers 😔. Please...I’ve been trying to seek Jesus.

[@favorglover]

Continue to seek Him! As it is said in Hebrews 11:6 "....he is a rewarder of those that diligently seek him". Fast, pray and read God's word. I will be praying for you, brother in Christ!

[@rs7458]

@@favorglover thanks, brother. Sigh ...I really need it. God bless.

[@favorglover]

I am a sister in Christ! 🙂 I started not to write but then the Holy Spirit showed me that as part of the body of Christ we tend to skip over opportunities to minister to one another. I truly believe that the space that you are in now (spiritually) will become a big part of your testimony. Be blessed 🙌 🙏 🙌🙏

[@rs7458]

@@favorglover sorry 🤦‍♂️. ...I hope so. I was told by another random believer that it was okay to “waste my time with the Lord”. I presume that meant to keep seeking him- despite how my life is, right now. I’m not content and it’s harder to worship the Lord. I’ve apologized so many times and I know his mercy is not only new but eternal. Yet, I am a hypocrite. ...I just hope I find the contentment in his WILL, accomplish and go home (in peace).

[@favorglover]

@@rs7458 No worries about the mistake! As for your comment, as Ray Comfort from Living Waters would say, "you're like a like a man about to jump out of a plane and your plan is to flap your arms....don't trust in yourself, trust the parachute." He said this to mean don't trust in your own goodness or willpower, trust in the Lord, He will see you through! Lean less on yourself and put your full being on the Lord, He can bear it all! Let him no your weaknesses. He already knows them of course but when you go and confess them to Him and lay your burdens down, the things that our Father will do and heal you from....Glory to God!!!!

[@sunwillshine1451]

Thanks for this

[@user-xn2hf9re8r]

what if you aren't compelled, or find something irresistible?

[@bean7496]

Can you explain please?

[@charlievanspock9868]

I'm the youngest of seven. My parents are not followers of Christ. They were Jehovah witnesses for 20+ years but now they are mentally torchard sinners. My father is a narcissistic Vietnam vet alcoholic and my mom is the drama drama drama DRAMA queen of the century. They were disfellowshiped in 97. Lots of stuff has gone down in the last 22 years. Craziness is all. I am only 28 and I am the only Christian in my immediate family of nine. My sorrow for failing to lead them to Christ and the soon possible damnation of them can't be explained. The sadness of my broken home and damaged siblings can't be explained. What is the point of me witnessing my family live in misery and in constant poverty and mental/ physical diseases including alcoholism and addiction. Nevermind blasphemous curses and false worship. Are some people just born to be damned? I am a believer and a follower of Yeshua/ Jesus (for you English people). Yet I can't but help think that I was born to witness the fall and damnation of a house. Now I'm torn between taking care of everyone and trying to help. Praying that we get along and find Christ as a family... Yet that seems like a pipe dream.. I tried that when I left the army in 2013. ...it didnt work. Mostly my fault. I was a foolish young man. Could it work now? I don't know.. Everyone says let them go... How can I? I don't understand the hearts of people that just let loved ones suffer. I think they do it for self preservation.... Selfishness. I feel lost

[@lynnc9511]

@Charlie. Hi,Charlie. I'm in the same boat: I am the only Christian in my family and the rest of them are either Buddhists, agnostics, or unknown. It's hard, but please, please, please continue to pray for them, walk the walk of Christ' love, and leave it in the Lord's hands. What seems impossible with people is possible with God. Don't give up. Don't feel discouraged. Surround yourself with other strong Christians. Every one has different struggles, but we're all striving for the same thing: becoming more Christ-like. I'm speaking to myself, too. Find a faith-based church. I know it's hard on you, as mine is the same (not drug-related or similar to your situation, but more like I'm the only Christian in my family. As long as they're alive, continue praying for them. The devil's aim is to make every Christians lazy, ineffective, powerless, and discouraged. But remember, we have the authority and power to connect with the Almighty Lord God of creation. Stay encourage and remove all discouragements. Pray more, read the Bible more, seek the Lord more on His will for you life. I'm speaking to myself, too. I've heard of a testimony of someone wanting to meet their sister. This person became a Christian, but wasn't sure where her sister's whereabouts and religion. The sister prayed for her unsaved sister for nine years with tears Later, the found sister told the Christian sister the Lord saved her from hell; she had died and went to hell and Jesus gave her another chance. That was her testimony. Update me on yours.

[@timotheepaton73]

If the Church had followed the pattern of Hudson Taylor we would not see one third of the world still waiting to hear the Gospel once.

[@JoshuaWeirdo]

What if I don't know what my gifts are?

[@abbieb8130]

Read the lists Paul gives in 1 Corinthians 12 and in Romans 12 and consider which match with you. You could take an online test to point you in the right direction, but of course never take online tests at face value. Note that Paul describes the Spiritual gifts as being for edification of the body, and for reaching out to the unsaved. So your gift will be what God uses in you for the benefit of His church. From my study and experience, a key indicator as to your Spiritual gift would be what way of serving brings you joy. Doing what God has designed you for is joyful.

[@jayfreeman5117]

@@abbieb8130 thank you for this advice.

[@bruce8961]

First, you need to be Washed by The Blood of The Lamb. Read The Bible Daily, The Spirit Will Teach and Guide You as You Read. Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved and how They can be. By Doing These Things You Will Become Stronger and Draw Closer to The Lord. The Spirit Will show you your Path

[@bloodmooncomix457]

I choose to be the president of the Joseph of Aramis fan club! (I'm sure God is looking for a few good "check signers" for the Kingdom!)✊😚✝️

[@bruce8961]

Your Foolishness Shows The darkness of your Heart

[@chetsenior7253]

You can just say it’s a feeling. Because that’s what it is. A feeling, not god.

[@andrewortiz5797]

im having doubts, how can i be a pastor if i have crippling social anxiety and very timid and fearful of man???

[@QuLice]

Hey I don't wanna give you the wrong advice.. But to my mind came a few Bible parts in which godly men did not feel qualified at all to do Gods will(Moses when he was asked to go to the Pharao) , but because of that God could use them even better, because they had absolutely no hope in themselves, they needed to trust Him every step they took in their work. I wish for you that you might gain trust in the Lord when it comes to these things. And the fear of man is something that I struggle with too .. I think the best thing to do is pray and spend time in scripture :) God bless you

[@andrewortiz5797]

@@QuLice excellent advice!! It's like a thorn in my side, this social anxiety

[@EastAngliasFinest]

@@andrewortiz5797 If you become a pastor, the church will love you! We love our pastors!!

[@andrewortiz5797]

@@EastAngliasFinest I'm afraid the religious world will hate me, I have such a radical message, it will offend many. Modern Christianity has been tainted from what Christ and The Apostles taught

[@EastAngliasFinest]

@@andrewortiz5797 My man, if a new pastor took over my church, and started telling the cold hard truth, not sugar coating anything, i'd jump for joy, shake his hand and scream hallelujah!!

[@jerekyox]

Thanks, this really helps.

[@MrPatdeeee]

"How Do I Know God’s Calling for My Life?" Well kind Sir, it's a voice that is NOT heard and/or logical; in this earth's world: anywhere the entire universe. However: IF one is Born Again (a person WITH a Spiritual Birth); the voice speaks automatically all the time; when ANY one believes IN Jesus. As He said in... John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave of him-self (called the) begotten Son, and named "Jesus". And whosoever believes in Him; shall not perish (in hell), but have everlasting life. Thus, the "Holy Spirit" WILL cause us to be "called"; from the second the HS gives us the 2nd Birth (AFTER we believe seriouly IN Jesus). But NOT fleshly birth; rather a Spiritual "NEW" Birth. And that is HOW Jesus (through HS) speaks to EVERY Born Again all the time, until death. Remember, from the time we (seriously) believe IN Jesus. Who is the ONLY True God there will ever be. Sadly, satan wants us NOT to hear that Heavenly precious "voice". And why we sin from birth to death. Believe it or not. As ALL sin all the time from Creation. Now... "Non" Born Again's, NEVER hear that calling. Sad, but very true. And that is why they live 100% in this Universe, of mostly lies, made up by satan-led to mankind. Yet to them, it seems perfectly right; in every thing they do in life. But we Born Again's, KNOW that there is another Precious and Heavenly Logical voice. From faraway and oh how differently; and those voices are "calling's" from Jesus. And IF we listen (most won't) Jesus will bless us. If not, he will punish us. Because we deserve it. Praise Jesus Holy Name!... ...In any case kind Sir and Brethren, Please Pray OFTEN and Praise Jesus OFTEN; for He is the ONLY true "God Almighty"; there will ever have been. And may Jesus bless you and yours always. AMEN!

[@mariasuko8775]

If I know how to sing, does it mean I am in music ministry. just asking

[@nkuthalomampofu6078]

Amen 🙏🇿🇦

[@0318kent]

How does his voice sound like that? Is that the holy spirit making his voice like that?

[@bruce8961]

When You are Washed by The Blood of The Lamb, You Will Hear His Voice You Will Know Impossible Not to

[@0318kent]

@@bruce8961 what does impossible not to mean?

[@bruce8961]

@@0318kent No One Comes to Christ Except The Father Calls ( John 6:44 ) If You Feel His Voice Tugging on Your Heart, Ask Forgiveness. When He Answers, You Will be Washed by The Blood of The Lamb, You Will be Baptized with The Holy Spirit, You Will be Changed ( 2Corinthians 5:17 ) You Will Know, Impossible Not to. Read The Bible Daily, The Spirit Will Teach and Guide You as You Read. Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved and how They can be. By Doing These Things You Will Become Stronger and Draw Closer to The Lord. When You do. You can Tell me what Impossible does Not Mean

[@robertcabusbusan1405]

how can u say? God want you to understand him, even though simplest way of how Gods telling you the easy way to do it by one word or a symbol, =....... They are crying too

[@perrysaker1526]

I’m sure God didn’t call everyone to be in ministry...

[@damic7226]

I don’t want be apart of ministry. I wanna glorify God in some other way. I will still help contribute with Ministry but I don’t want to work it as a full time job.

[@bruce8961]

We are to Tell Others what Christ has Done in our Life and how we were Saved and how They can be. We are The Light of The World, The Only Light They Will See

[@brianwarshow129]

Sorry, wrong number. I don't take prank phone calls.

[@bruce8961]

Many Refuse The call of God and are Cast into The Lake of Fire

[@biblebot8488]

You calling is to deny yourself

[@bruce8961]

That's Backwards: You Need to Deny yourself to Find The Path The Lord has for you. Only after you have Been Washed by The Blood of The Lamb. That happens When you Feel His Voice Tugging on Your Heart and you Ask Forgiveness. Then You are Washed by The Blood of The Lamb, You Will be Baptized with The Holy Spirit, You Will be Changed ( 2Corinthians 5:17 ) You Will Know, Impossible Not to. Read The Bible Daily, The Spirit Will Teach and Guide You as You Read. Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved and how They can be. By Doing These Things You Will Become Stronger and Draw Closer to The Lord. Then You Will Know which path

[@davidmcclatchey2133]

Let me simplify this for you all. I have been a Christian for 35 years and just this week realised my calling. Get up at 3.30 go to construction site, work about 50 hours a week. Provide for family. Pay bills. Die. Been doing this most of my working life. What have you been doing most of your life? That is obviously what your calling is.. simple.

[@bruce8961]

Your definition is of a loss Person on The Wide Road that Leads to The Lake of Fire

[@davidmcclatchey2133]

@@bruce8961 no.. its definitely not.. but your interpretation is quite extreme.

[@bruce8961]

@@davidmcclatchey2133 You are missing the Boat! You Claim You are a Christian, and Speak like a Child of The Devil. Do you Know that No One Comes to Christ Except The Father Calls ( John 6:44 ) If You Feel His Voice Tugging on Your Heart, Ask Forgiveness. When He Answers You Will be Washed by The Blood of The Lamb, You Will be Baptized with The Holy Ghost, You Will be Changed ( 2Corinthians 5:17 ) You Will Know, Impossible Not to. Read The Bible Daily, The Spirit Will Teach and Guide You as You Read. Tell Others what Christ has Done in Your Life and how You were Saved and how They can be. By Doing These Things You Will Become Stronger and Draw Closer to The Lord

[@davidmcclatchey2133]

@@bruce8961 speaking like child of the devil you say? You wouldn't be prone to a good bit of exaggeration? Ask forgiveness for what? Exactly what was said that triggered you?

[@bruce8961]

@@davidmcclatchey2133 You are Moments Away from Eternity, your Post Says You don't Know The Savior and in Need of Salvation. What's Horrifying! Most People in Churches Today are More Lost than The Lost and Believe They are Saved But Will Only Hear Depart from me You Workers of Iniquity, More are Going to The Lake of Fire, because Narrow is The Road that Leads to Life and Few There be that Find it

[@Jazzfestn]

READ the BIBLE. OBEY the BIBLE. STOP watching so much TV and MOVIES. VOLUNTEER at CHURCH. It aint ROCKET SCIENCE!

[@thomplashie9371]

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[@colinwee9981]

U will nevet know,cos he is a cruel god that allows people to take their own lives

[@SachaBrixhe]

The only way you'll ever know God's calling for your life is to hear from Him, to hear Him calling you, and to listen to Him. NO amount of bible reading will ever be sufficient for you. Don't deceive yourself, you have to pray Jesus directly, asking Him and seeking Him, otherwise you'll not know Him, and you won't be able to follow Him as He said.

[@Ex_christian]

Which god?

[@SachaBrixhe]

@@Ex_christian I already put His Name if you read : The Lord Jesus, The Only God.

[@Ex_christian]

@@SachaBrixhe so you believe in the Malevolent war god of Abraham, that committed mass genocide, allows murder, rape, incest all in his name?! Looks like you follow evil instead of following reality!

[@SachaBrixhe]

@@Ex_christian Dear man, I know The God in Whom I believe. He Is The God Who destroyed a whole city because of a rape. He killed the firstborn of David because of incest, and He certainly avenges the blood of the innocents. He hates rape, murder and incest more than YOU could ever be capable of, in fact He hates ALL evil. Your words are just a wooden shield for you. You can make all the excuses you want, you can argue all you want, but you won't argue with Him when you will DIE, and you can die TODAY. Throw away your wooden shield and go to The Lord Jesus. Repent of your sins, get rid of your EVIL, and then you can tell who is following evil and who is following good. Will you repent and start walking in righteousness, or will you be judged as the wicked, get the same judgement as the RAPISTS? The Lord Jesus-Christ waits for you, He has a lot to say to you, a lot to do with you. Get on your knee, humble yourself before Him. May The Lord Jesus bless you.

[@douglaidlaw740]

Pray and learn to LISTEN to God. Of Peter Marshall, it was said that "he conversed with God." This guy seems to be objecting that they are God's mouthpieces, and anybody else is FAKE. Paulwent to Rome as a prisoner. Acts says that he would probably have been released, but he was a Roman citizen by birth, and had a right tohave hs case heard by the Emperor himself. That is how Paul got to Rome, as a prisoner on bail, and subject to the Roman Law. It wasn't a missionary journey in form. What better way than a trip at Government expense! We were told that he was entitled to take with him one slave, no more. Luke was on the ship, so he must have become Paul's slave. (Slaves were such a part of society that even the Greek gods had slaves! The Roman gods were spirits rather than people, so they didn't need slaves.) John's conclusion is O.K. but prayer is a two-way affair.

[@kathleenwharton2139]

How about Ask Him? seems simple enough!! If more people would go to Jesus for answers instead of to this clown..you could get some Real answers. one of my callings..is to warn you..of false teachers who follow false Christs. Perfect example..right here.

[@Alex-jr8ew]

Hi Kathleen, why clown ? Why false Christ?

[@BBWK4]

why do you say he's a false Christ?