God's call for you (3)

Yesterday, we looked at sharing our call from God with others. After that, the best advice we'll get is to simply 'make a start.' Taking the plunge is what stops our call from hitting a dead-end.

So why don't we 'make a start'? We tell ourselves we don't have the right things in place. 'I'm not qualified.' Well, Kingdom work usually involves 'called' (not 'qualified') people doing things they never dreamt of. 'People aren't agreeing with me.' Know this: God's people nearly always get opposition. David's own brother took pot-shots at him before the Goliath fight, even calling him 'evil' (1 Samuel 17:28). And what about 'the timing isn't right just yet.' Ecclesiastes 11:4 says, 'Whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks at the clouds will not reap.' If we're looking for a sign that the time is right, we may end up missing it. Whatever we need, let's not be afraid to ask.

After getting the king's go-ahead, Nehemiah went for it - he shared his plan with friends, got them to commit, and they began rebuilding Jerusalem's wall. In fact, the whole of Nehemiah Chapter 3 is a list of the people who helped Nehemiah in different ways. He was humble enough to ask for help, and bold enough to confidently share his plan, knowing it was worthwhile.



So what now? Is there an organisation, charity, church group or individual that you feel called to support? How can 'unqualified you' be of help? Find out. Prayer is always needed, for a start.



— SCRIPTURE —

'So they began this good work.' Nehemiah 2:18 NIV
— SOULFOOD —

Judg 16:1-19:15, Matt 18:1-9, Ps 119:89-96 , Pro 18:1-5