“And the Lord came and stood, calling as at other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ And Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant hears.’” – 1 Samuel 3:10
The young Samuel experienced a unique, dramatic, and unmistakable calling from God. An experience suitable for the man who would bridge the gap from judges to kings and who would restore integrity to the prophetic and priestly roles in Israel. Most of us won’t experience a calling from God nearly so dramatic. But that doesn’t mean we aren’t called. That doesn’t mean YOU aren’t called.
If Jesus is your Lord, then Scripture promises that God has prepared good works for you to do (Ephesians 2:10). Do you know what those are? Are you doing them? Are you clear about your calling from God? Most people aren’t.
Broadly speaking, God’s calling is clear… Love God wholeheartedly. Love your neighbor as yourself. Love fellow believers so well that unbelievers know you’re a follower of Jesus. Make disciples. Live a holy life.
But what does your calling specifically look like within those big commands? How has God uniquely gifted and shaped you to do those things in the power of the Holy Spirit? Do you know? Are you even asking God? Are you trying to serve and love in various ways in order to discover where God may be calling you? Are you fasting and praying for clarity?
Life is too short and too precious to waste on the endless trivial amusements, distractions, and pursuits the world encourages us to go after! Seek the enduring joy, peace, and meaning that only comes when you do the things your Savior has prepared, invited, commanded, and called you to do. #FollowJesus