RECOGNISING GOD’S CALL

God says, “But I will bless the person who puts his trust in me. He is like a tree growing near a stream and sending out roots to the water. It is not afraid when hot weather comes, because its leaves stay green; it has no worries when there is no rain; it keeps on bearing fruit. (Jer. 17: 7-8)

God uses various methods to inform His call to the chosen one.

It can be a dream for e.g. “An angel of  the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph and said, “Herod will be looking for the child in order to kill him. So get up take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt.” (Matt. 2:13)

When I was bed ridden, I had such a dream wherein I saw myself discussing with youth and praying in large group etc.. Later when it was fulfilled I realized the dream was a sign from God. Such dreams does not disappear from our heart and keeps flashing in our mind often, making us question ourselves, the origin of it.

We get information about God’s call through community prayer leaders, spiritual teachers, counselors or even from our parents. 

An example of this could be seen in (Acts 13: 1-4). In the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon (called the Black), Lucias (from Cyrene), Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the governor) and Saul. While they were serving the Lord fasting, the Holy Spirit said to them, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul, to do the work which I have called them.” They fasted and prayed, placed their hands on them, and sent them off.

Jesus (Guru) calls his disciples. The Bible states, “As Jesus walked along the shore of the Lake Galilee, he saw two brothers who were fishermen, Simon (called Peter) and his brother Andrew, catching fish in the lake with a net. Jesus said to them, “Come with me and I will teach you to catch men.” At once they left their nets and went with Him. He went on and saw two other brothers James and John, the sons of Zebedee, getting their nets ready. Jesus called them, and at once they left the boat and their father, and went with Him.”( Matt.4:18-22) They were tired, hungry and famished when Jesus called them but they recognized and obeyed His call.

In Old testament, we can read about Hannah offering her son Samuel to God. Hannah made a solemn promise: “Almighty Lord, look at me, your servant! See my trouble and remember me! Don’t forget me! If you give me a son I promise that I will dedicate him to you for his whole life and that he will never cut his hair.” (1 Samuel 1:10-11)

We can see Zechariah prophesied about his son John.  “You my child, will be called a prophet of the Most High God. You will go ahead of the Lord to prepare His road for Him, to tell His people that they will be saved by having their sins forgiven.” (Luke 1:76-77)

Mary answered ,“Let your will be done.” She  accepted and stood for God.

God crowned Her mother of the Universe and gave authority over all rulers.

 When we humbly answer God’s call, it brings blessings upon us.

Peter, Andrew, James and John left everything and followed Jesus the moment He called them and they became the apostles and cornerstone of the church.

After God calls Man to Life he said, “Subdue the world” giving authority over the creation.

God’s way of invitation and giving duty are different for each individual.

God wanted Abraham to leave his country and go to a new place where God wanted him to live. It is difficult to think logical about what God expected from Abraham. But his faith and trust allowed him to obey God. Till today, even we his descendants still enjoy the fruits of his obedience. Praise be to the Father of the Nation.

When you get God’s call, don’t be afraid or remember about your temporary loss. Answer and follow His order. Grow in the knowledge of the True Living God, love Him, Live in Him and serve others like a loyal servant of God.

Let us enlighten ourselves as to why God sent His beloved Son to the world.   

(Luke 4:17-21)

On a Sabbath, Jesus went to the synagogue and stood up to read the scriptures:

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,

Because He has chosen me 

To bring good news to the poor.

He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives

And recovery of sight to the blind;

To set free the oppressed,

And to announce that the time has come

When the Lord will save his people.

There will be many struggles and sufferings to face and overcome. As Jesus said above, because we are chosen, Lord’s spirit is upon us. That Holy Spirit will continuously assist the one who obey God. 

Jesus was tested by the worldly force by offering richness, possession and protection.

If you willingly submit your life as an instrument for His marvelous Plan, Lord will anoint you with His Mighty Power and convert your life with His joy, peace and courage. Your heart and lips will continuously utter that nothing can separate me from the Lord’s service for He has gifted me this wonderful Life in union with Him. Once you begin to grow and experience God’s presence, you will get the thirst to share the divine experience with all those around you.

The Lord says, “Everyone will hate you because of me. But whoever holds out to the end will be saved.” (Matt.10:22)

As the Bible says, “Be alert! Be on the watch. Your enemy the devil roams like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.” Be firm in your faith and resist Him. Then will God share His eternal glory in union with Christ.

God said to Jeremiah, “I chose you before you were born and I selected you to be a prophet of the nations.” Jeremiah replied, “Sovereign Lord! I don’t know how to speak. I am too young.” God answered, “Obey Me, don’t be afraid of them for I will be with you to protect you.”

As God transformed Moses, humblest of humbleness, with sincere contrite heart, let’s lift our prayers to God who wants us to be with Him. Having refuge in God, and with prayer and patience as our weapons, let us move towards the destination of our call.

Eternal Call

Every Breath of Life  tells us of,

The loving call to one and all

Man! O Man listen to these

Call of the Almighty full of eternal bliss.

Call to be His own dear child

Leaving differences far behind.

Cast the unwanted pleasures of life,

Leave the daily greed and strife.

Come forward, accept His invitation

Come surely with self determination.

Come to Him, for Life salvation

Give others His message of inspiration.