What is my spiritual calling?
God has a unique calling for you. Discover how to identify your gifts and find your place in His Kingdom.
20 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
Signs for Moses
Exodus 4 continues Moses' objections and God's patient provision of signs, Aaron as spokesperson, and Moses' return to Egypt, including a mysterious encounter that nearly costs Moses his life.
Paul's Rights as an Apostle
Paul defends his apostleship and right to financial support, yet he renounces these rights for the gospel's sake. He becomes all things to all people to win some by any possible means.
The Burning Bush
Exodus 3 recounts God's dramatic appearance to Moses at the burning bush, the revelation of the divine name "I AM," and Moses' commission to lead Israel out of Egypt.
David Anointed King
Samuel is sent to Bethlehem to anoint one of Jesse's sons. After passing over the impressive older brothers, God reveals that David—the youngest, tending sheep—is His chosen king.
Skilled Craftsmen and the Sabbath
God appoints Bezalel and Oholiab to lead the construction of the tabernacle, filling them with His Spirit for artistic work. The chapter concludes with a reaffirmation of the Sabbath as the sign of th...
Saul Anointed and Proclaimed King
Samuel privately anoints Saul, who experiences the Spirit's transformation. Later, at Mizpah, Saul is publicly chosen by lot and proclaimed king, though some despise him.
The Levites and Their Duties
Numbers 3 focuses on the tribe of Levi, presenting their priestly lineage, their numbers, and their assignment to serve at the tabernacle in place of Israel's firstborn. Each Levitical clan received s...
Isaiah's Vision and Commission
In the year King Uzziah died, Isaiah sees the Lord in breathtaking majesty. Overwhelmed by his own sinfulness, he is cleansed by a burning coal and commissioned to preach—even though the people will...
Breakfast With Jesus and Peter Restored
The risen Jesus appears to seven disciples fishing on the Sea of Galilee, providing a miraculous catch and breakfast on the shore. He restores Peter with three questions about love, commissioning him ...
The Seven Chosen and Stephen's Ministry
A dispute arises about food distribution to widows, leading to the appointment of seven Spirit-filled men to serve tables. This frees the apostles for prayer and the word. Stephen, full of grace and p...
Walking Worthy of Your Calling
Paul urges believers to live out their calling in unity, describes the gifts Christ gives to the church, and contrasts the old self with the new life in Christ.
Guarding the Gospel
Paul writes from prison to encourage Timothy, calling him to fan into flame his spiritual gift, not be ashamed of the gospel or of Paul, and guard the good deposit of faith through the Holy Spirit's p...
Sabbath and Offerings for the Tabernacle
Moses assembles all Israel to reaffirm the Sabbath command and to invite freewill offerings for the tabernacle. The people respond with overwhelming generosity, bringing more than enough for the work.
The Ordination of Aaron and His Sons
Leviticus 8 records the solemn ordination ceremony of Aaron and his sons as priests. Through washing, clothing, anointing, and sacrifice, God consecrated His servants for sacred ministry—a process t...
Setting Up the Lamps and Consecrating the Levites
Numbers 8 details the arrangement of the lampstand and the purification and dedication of the Levites for tabernacle service, establishing their role as representatives of Israel before God.
Samson's Birth
An angel announces to barren Manoah's wife that she will bear a son set apart as a Nazirite to deliver Israel from Philistines.
Ten Virgins, Talents, and Sheep and Goats
Jesus tells three parables about being ready for His return: the wise and foolish virgins who did or did not prepare, the servants who invested or buried their talents, and the final judgment separati...
Living Sacrifices
Paul turns from doctrine to practice. Present your bodies as living sacrifices. Be transformed by renewed minds. Use your gifts to serve the body. Love genuinely, overcome evil with good.
Unity and Paul's Mission
The strong must bear with the weak, as Christ did for us. Paul explains his mission to the Gentiles and his plans to visit Rome on his way to Spain. He asks for their prayers.
The Ministry of Reconciliation
We long for our heavenly dwelling. Whether in the body or away, we aim to please Christ before His judgment seat. In Christ, we are new creations. God gave us the ministry of reconciliation.
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