Saturday, September 22, 2007

The merriam-webster define calling as a strong inner impulse toward a particular course of action especially when accompanied by conviction of divine influence. it is a biblical term that simply explain the calling of us into any decision. Be it into relation or to ministry.

This issue is very complicated. There is no one definition that can really explain or describe calling. For every individual, the response is different. It can come in a dream, in a conversation or even a sign. It varies but the truth will confirm its reality. But some might mistake some other thing for a calling especially when our emotions are involve.

Many a times we as human is very persistent in our desire. We will get what we want. Even I myself am not exclusive. I do want what I desire. Some might call it stubborn or character or even a strong will. In fact, I am proud of it. Not in an arrogance sense but it helps me to work towards my goals in life. We will do anything in our ability to get what we want, even if we need to use extreme methods to get them. But the important thing here is whether our calling is divinely intervened. Whether we have a higher order behind our desire. We get carried away when we want something. When you are in love, you see beyond all obstacles. Not matter what other people say, you are determined to get what you want. Even to the extreme that you block any negative comment God has for you. Then in this case, it is not a calling but a desire.

How can we affirm that our desire is accompanied by a divine being you might ask. It is actually very difficult to tell. If we have a calling, we will surely have the desire. But the problem is that we can not fathom the plans of God. It will only reveal itself when the time comes. My only solution is to pray. To pray always and let God lead and not the reverse. Seek advise from those you are close with and not those who would only lick your boots.

Sometimes it might not be something we truly desire, but treat it as a stepping stone for another avenue. God use us in many ways and in order to ascertain our faith we must pass the trials God have for us. It means to go through any challenges God have in our life. Be it in serving others in mundane chores or the lowly things others might not do.

You might say that you don't have the calling, but actually is that you do not wish to take up what you do not want. The calling is there but you are not in favour of it. Turning away will means detrimental consequences that you might regret in the future. There is only one chance and if you reject now, you can't turn back and say you changed your mind.

The calling is a privilege. No one is born with the blissing of all the calling of the world. We each have our own calling and we must work towards it in our own abilities. Like the gift of divine vocal must be accompanied by constant practices.

Right now, I want to pray for all who have a calling waiting to be materialize. Friends and stranger who are reading this post, please let me know who you are by tagging so I can pray specific for you. Or you can leave a personal message through email or msn so that I can let you in on all I know of this relationship I have with God. I welcome friends from other Churches to message to have a good time of fellowship.