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“Now as Jesus was walking by the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers, Simon who was called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. And He said to them, ‘Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men. Immediately they left their nets and followed Him.
“Going on from there, He saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets, and He called them. Immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed Him.” Matthew 4:18-22
The call of God is not for a special few, it is for you. Whether or not you hear God’s call depends on the state of your ears. When you hear depends on your disposition.
‘Many are called but few are chosen’ -- yet God always calls each of us. It is our choice to prove ourselves willing. The chosen ones are those who have come into a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. And because of this relationship, their disposition is different and they can hear the still small voice always whispering, ‘Who will go for Us?’
When our Lord called His disciples, each one had different life experiences, gifts, talents and a past. Yet, each one stopped to listen and focus completely on Jesus as He called, resisting the insistent distractions of life. The sweet and gentle call of His ‘Follow Me’ is spoken to you and me. Will we choose to listen?
Assignment
Set aside an hour and find a place where you can be alone with the Lord.
- 1. Have your Bible, notebook, something to write with and a refreshment.
2. Settle your heart and pray that the Lord will improve your hearing of His call in your life and walk and that He will bring you new insights through your study today.
3. Read Isaiah 6, making notes, as you read, of the parts that seem important for you.
4. Answer these questions:
a. How is the Lord described?
b. How does Isaiah react?
c. What are the reasons for the mission God is choosing Isaiah for?
5. Consider your life experiences, gifts, talents and past and how -- who you are in Christ – has equipped you for listening and taking action in His name.
6. Write down three ways you can take action from your discoveries.
Take care with love, especially His, Darlene (who still prays for you daily)
PS: Find my statement of faith: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com (where you will also find a series of beginner Bible studies to share). You can easily find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’. (Also, there is an android ‘Google Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone. Not sure about Apple.). For the books, go Amazon books.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS (any updates?)
Barbara – (my sister-in-law) recovering from surgery to remove two cancerous growths. One became infected and she is now on antibiotics but not well yet and for Tim who is caring for her.
Elizabeth and Dan – planning their wedding. Please pray that they both are firm in their commitment to Jesus Christ as a priority.
Simon and Tamara and their children – Simon (my pastor) has been chosen to support the Lord’s work in a new, more far-reaching way. Help them prepare throughout this year for the new challenges that await them. And when Simon takes up the new role, let him fill it with the same grace, devotion and love he has consistently demonstrated while at St. Marks. Strengthen the congregation to rejoice with them and their decision.
Christine – give her strength as she journeys to heart-healing.
Family of Eric – Eric at 52 died suddenly leaving his 47-year-old wife and three girls (ages 16, 19 and 23). Pray the Lord comforts the family through this time of mourning. Pray for their wisdom and for trustworthy, honourable, Bible-based friends to support them.
Peyton and Carter - Grandchildren of Jeff and Rachael. Payton is eldest granddaughter and now in her third year at college. Carter is a senior in high school. Both are exceptional students and love the Lord. Please pray they are not distracted by worldly things, that they continue do well in their studies and that their love of the Lord increases with each day.
Sophie – four-year old daughter of a friend is chronically unwell and frail. Please pray for her, her parents and health carers to find ways to manage the symptoms and heal her.
Hans – a dear friend in Germany, has lung cancer and unable to work. Pray for his financial situation and that his new social worker will be able to help him through this difficult time. Pray for his patience and God’s mercy. Pray for his healthcare providers and that he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey. Pray for his Mom (age 84) -- that their time together is filled with extraordinary good memories and lots of love.
Callilah - a lost child. Pray the Lord will capture her heart.
Pray for those in full-time service
Pray to uphold our Christian leaders – that they never compromise God’s Word, are bold and courageous in the face of evil. Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.
Pray for those with ongoing health concerns
Many of us have family, friends and loved ones with fragile health. Pray God takes special care with them and protects them in practical ways and that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.
Pray for the World
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