The Burden and Excitement of Living with a Calling

May 24 | Pastor J.D. | 2 Comments |

“It is easier to serve God without a vision, easier to work for God without a call, because then you are not bothered by what God requires; common sense is your guide, veneered over with Christian sentiment. You will be more prosperous and successful, more leisure-hearted, if you never realize the call of God. But if once you receive a commission from Jesus Christ, the memory of what God wants will always come like a goad; you will no longer be able to work for Him on the common-sense basis.” Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest

Here’s an encouragement for pastors… don’t let your work as a pastor degrade into a job. Growing the church, increasing your salary, gaining a little more influence… Dream Spirit-filled dreams about what God wants to do in the world.

If you’ve never received that, press into God until He gives it to you; or, if it has waned in you, press in to God until you receive it again.

2 Responses to “The Burden and Excitement of Living with a Calling”

1. Audra says:

   May 24, 2010 at 3:36 pm

   That is so convicting! You don’t have to be a pastor for that quote to hit home.
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   May 29, 2010 at 9:02 am

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