I need to underscore a foundational fact: God’s goal is not to make sure you’re happy. No matter how hard it is for you to believe this, it’s time to do so. Life is not about your being comfortable and happy and successful and pain free. It’s about becoming the man or woman God has… Continue reading Quoted: Chuck Swindoll on “God First”
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Quoted: Jay Jones on Prophecy
Some are always looking for a prophesy in their lives, but they’ve neglected prayer and Bible study. Don’t expect God to write in the sky for you if you won’t even read what He’s written in His Book.
Called to Preach?
I’m always just a little leery of the phrase, “called to preach”. In my estimation, a person is first “called to minister” before they find the distinct area that God is wanting to use them in. I think people get messed up when they pursue some “high calling” without first learning to minister. Often they… Continue reading Called to Preach?
An Insight into Calling vs. Burden
Perhaps every minister desires to be in the will of God for their ministry, and many have given interpretations of exactly how to determine what the will of God is for your life. The purpose of this [article] is to provide a little insight for those who may at this time be seeking a direction… Continue reading An Insight into Calling vs. Burden
Quoted: Jay Jones on the Will of God
A man out of the will and timing of God is of all men most miserable
Processing the Call to the Ministry
This video explores the call of God on an individual’s life and gives some sound advice on how to process this incredible experience. Please take a moment to comment after you’ve watched and leave your own thoughts or experiences about confronting the call of God in your life.