The Call

My brother has served the church he started back in 1991 for almost 25 years. I understand what it takes to have the tenacity to hang in there and fulfill God's calling even when times are tough. He has endured trials and tribulations, but has also won great victories in his pastoral service. He's been through building programs, relocations, and overcome many obstacles to get where he is today. All of this has happened because he has been true to his calling. Sometimes its cost him more than people realize, but he's stayed true to what he believes and has not wavered.

God is searching for men and women today who will be willing to yield to His service. Not someone who is on a power trip or called by momma, but someone who really has heard the voice of God. As Paul said in his writings that "the gifts and calling of God is without repentance."
Not everyone will inhabit a pulpit from week to week. Some are called to be pastors, evangelists, and even teachers. The bottom line is the word "called".

Too many people get there ministerial credentials today for the wrong reasons. It's not about having a title or social recognition, but it's about service. It's not about having a position or placement, but being used where you are with what you have. Moses heard the voice of God and accepted His call. He then did something with that call that changed a nation. Elijah, in a desperate moment, prayed to die, but he heard the voice of God telling him he was not alone in his quest. They didn't have credentials, just the call of God which they fulfilled.

You could be the next Billy Graham or the next you. You could preach to thousands or maybe a small group in your home at a Bible Study. You may be a dynamic teacher and have 100's go from your class fired up for God. Or you may be in the middle of nowhere in a town that's drying up, wondering why on earth God called you there. I don't know where you'll end up, but if God has called you, He will put you in the place He wants you.

I've said it and many others, if I had to do it all over again I would have done like my brother-stayed where I should've stayed and not let others influence me to do otherwise. Sometimes we listen to the wrong call and not

the voice of God. Which one will you hear?