Posted on August 18, 2021 by Catey Stover in Victory Call
For consider your calling, brothers: not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong…1 Corinthians 1:26-27
A quick look at the people God used for His kingdom purposes shows that He used all kinds of men and women. There were uneducated, common men (Peter and John — Acts 4:13), educated men (Dr. Luke—Colossians 4:14), theologians (Paul), fishermen (Simon and Andrew – Matthew 4:18, James and John – Matthew 4:21), tentmakers (Aquila and Pricilla), men, women (Dorcas—Acts 9:36, 39, Lydia – Acts 16:14, Mary and Martha – Luke 10:38-42), tax collectors (Matthew—Matthew 9:9), harlots (Mary Magdalene), and Pharisees (Nicodemus — John 3:1, 19:39).
God calls all kinds of people, men and women, even children. Educated, uneducated, career people and stay-at-home people, new believers and seasoned veterans, King James only and NIV’ers, young and old. In fact, God calls every one of His own for His plans and purposes.
What is God’s calling on your life? Is He calling you to go or stay? Is He calling you to speak or be silent? Is God calling you to sit still or get moving? Where is God calling you? What is God calling you to do? Who is God calling you to go to?
Right here, right now – God is calling you to be about His Kingdom business whether it be within your own heart, your home, your job, your church, your community or the world – You have a purpose in Father’s plan, TODAY.
It seems pretty common for people to think, “I don’t know what God’s call, will and plan are for me.” I’ve been there myself from time to time and in those times I need to remind myself – that in this moment I am to follow Christ, obey God, and bring glory to His name.
Maybe God is calling us to go to Uganda or across the street to spend time with a new widow. Maybe God is calling us to the pastorate or to be active in our local church. Maybe God is calling us to help two friends reconcile or to personally go to our loved one to ask forgiveness.
God’s calling is part of our everyday life. It isn’t necessarily big, bold things (though it may be); maybe it is simple, quiet things. But of this I am certain, God is calling us every day to live for Him and His kingdom with a vision far grander than our own little world. However, it is our daily obedience in our own little world that accomplishes His kingdom purposes through us.
I’ve seen too many believers miss God’s call and purpose for them in the “here and now” as they pine away for the “big call, someday.”
Don’t waste the beauty and opportunities of today, this moment, to be about God’s calling. Even right now you can:
… run with endurance the race that is set before you,looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of your faith… based on Hebrews 12:2 … seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth based on Colossians 3:1-2 … give thanks to …God, with your whole heart, and … glorify His name forever based on Psalm 36:12 … live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus,that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God based on Romans 15:5-7 …let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. Based on Colossians 3:15-16
There are so many other verses I could include. Perhaps you would venture to search the Scriptures to add to this list so the next time you wonder, “What is God calling me to do right now?” You will have, at least, part of your answer.
Seize God’s Kingdom opportunities TODAY.
Blessings,
Diane
Written By Diane Hunt: Diane Hunt serves on the board of America’s Keswick and provides ministry support from her home in North Carolina. She is also a biblical counselor and women’s event speaker. For more information about having Diane speak at your next event please contact her at dhunt@americaskeswick.org.
Think About This: “The reason we see hypocrisy and fraud and unreality in others is because they are all in our own hearts. The great characteristic of a saint is humility-Yes, all those things and other evils would have been manifested in me but for the grace of God, therefore I have no right to judge.” – Oswald Chambers
The Daily Bible Reading: Ephesians 6| You can download our 2021 Daily Bible Reading Plan by clicking here.
This Week’s Verse to Memorize: 2 Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is. 3 And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as He is pure. 1 John 3:2-3
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Adrian Obrien
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Spontaneous invite to girl talk! Loved it! Speaker was on point, fellowship and food , how better to start Valentines?
Ivelisse Romero
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Beautiful place to separate yourself for the Lord. Soo peaceful no technology which I love. Just you nature and God. I was there for a women's retreat.
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A wonderful Christ- and family-oriented place! Beautiful grounds and welcoming staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the conference we attended as well as the community hymn-sing. Highly recommend.
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Patricia Simpson
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Kaia Leeds
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This was a very nice place!! I sang here with my school!!
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America's Keswick Christian Retreat and Conference Center
This place is beautiful! Great for a little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Robert Rodriguez
1711813203
The bestest place
Florence Ibrahim
1711601879
Christan true and very clean and good food and speaker blessed bmy soul love it my home and will always come back again again for ever in the lord. Room was so beautiful . They work so hard to make you happy. Will try to bring family member to be... blessed hear also. I support all that they do to help men and woman find god. When I come to Keswick I didn't want to go home . That how happy and blessed I'm. Always pray for all of them daily. So glad I found this blessed placeread more
Ross Fichter
1710505821
Stayed here while we were visiting my in-laws at The Pines Living Facility. Exactly what we needed for lodging -- inexpensive compared to most motels without any loss of accommodations, and very Christ-centered environment. Plus they serve a great... breakfast every morning. No TV in the room, but that was not an issue for us, since there is nothing worth watching anyway. Staff were extremely friendly and did their jobs well. This place is a gem and a blessing to all who walk on their beautiful property.read more
Manuel Chávez Martínez
1709498094
Es un lugar maravilloso para disfrutar la palabra de Dios
Pianista Benjamín Arias
1708802888
Bien
William Dundas
1708697460
This place holds a special place in my life journey. I was Baptised there as I RE-DEDICATED myself. It was Febuary at night, so my review may not give it the right justice. What I can say, there were a ton of relaxing, peaceful locations to... re-connect with JESUS. Obviously, there was a pool, several lake's with benches. Gathering locations to celebrate, and break bread. A very wholesome Resort.read more
Adrian Obrien
1707934719
Spontaneous invite to girl talk! Loved it! Speaker was on point, fellowship and food , how better to start Valentines?
Ivelisse Romero
1707021027
Beautiful place to separate yourself for the Lord. Soo peaceful no technology which I love. Just you nature and God. I was there for a women's retreat.
Jennifer Crabtree
1706843166
A wonderful Christ- and family-oriented place! Beautiful grounds and welcoming staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the conference we attended as well as the community hymn-sing. Highly recommend.
Jason Zimolong
1706837733
They've been a 5 star treatment and resort...doing God's work!
Patricia Simpson
1705193514
Peaceful little spot, so close to home 🩵
James Kolchin
1704151396
It's A Good Place To Have Retreats And They Have GREAT FOOD AND GREAT MUSIC
Kaia Leeds
1703475382
This was a very nice place!! I sang here with my school!!