VOCATION - WORK - JOB - CAREER
A Divine Calling / Biblical Tentmaking
He who pays attention to the word [of God] will find good,
And blessed (happy, prosperous, to be admired) is he who trusts [confidently] in the Lord.
~Proverbs 16:20
... But offer yourselves to God [in a decisive act]... and your members [all of your abilities - sanctified, set apart] as instruments of righteousness [yielded] to God.
A Divine Calling / Biblical Tentmaking
He who pays attention to the word [of God] will find good,
And blessed (happy, prosperous, to be admired) is he who trusts [confidently] in the Lord.
~Proverbs 16:20
... But offer yourselves to God [in a decisive act]... and your members [all of your abilities - sanctified, set apart] as instruments of righteousness [yielded] to God.
... so now offer your members [your abilities, your talents] as slaves to righteousness, leading to sanctification [that is, being set apart for God's purpose].
Vocation/Work/Job/Career: A Divine Call. A Holy Summons to Fulfill a Task or a Responsibility that God has Laid Upon Us. God-Given Desires, Interests, Gifts, Talents, Abilities, Callings.
Our vocation/work/job/career are tools of ministry and service to God (to honor/glorify God).
Why do you do what you do? Our answer should be... because I love God, I trust Him, I obey Him, I rely on Him, I am loyal to Him, I follow Jesus Christ (imperfectly of course, but striving for excellence). Are you right with God (walking with Him)? Do you cherish, treasure, desire God (and His Glory) above all things/pleasures? Are you where He wants you to be (not where you want to be)? What are you doing with the God-given desires, interests, gifts, talents, abilities and callings He has laid upon you?
You were created to love/serve/honor God, love/help/impact people, share Jesus with others, discipleship, and cultivate/care for God's creations (animals, nature, the world). Doing so affects the welfare, health and wellness of all. Are you praying for and applying this? If not, it is time to do so.
George Muller on Work
Biblical Tentmaking
Short Testimony (start at 22:09, end at 26:09)
YouTube Playlist
Walk with God (His Will manifesting in you & through you); as opposed to living out your fleshly will, the will of the world, or the will of the enemy. Our actions indicate/prove who we are (either a follower of Jesus or a follower of the flesh/world/satan). Follow Jesus and do what God has for you at the moment (whatever He is calling you to do). Surrender yourself to God and Trust Him, Rely on Him, Obey Him, be Loyal to Him, Love Him... He knows what's best for you. Do not allow pride, ego, stubbornness, idolatry, fear, doubt, worry, or weakness to hinder you (these are not from God).
For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control].
Go For It!
Be Strong, Courageous and Faithfully Committed to God
Ask God what He would like you to be doing - His Divine Calling (what He has called you to do at the present time). God gives you (good, righteous) desires, interests, gifts, talents, abilities - what are you doing with them? Ask others you trust (who walk with God) to pray with/for you about this as well. God will reveal His Will for you. He will direct you in this if you wait upon Him and expect to hear from Him. When you do hear from God, make sure to obey Him (don't hesitate, start right away). Don't let fear, doubt, worry, weakness, pride, ego stubbornness, idolatry, etc stop you! Trust Him and move forward with action.
Some other questions you should ask God, yourself, and others you trust (who walk with God)... Am I being a faithful witness to Jesus everywhere I go (whatever I am doing or engaged in)? Is my current (and/or future) vocation/work/job/career allowed, approved, acceptable to God? Does God allow this, or prohibit this? Does this vocation/work/job/career honor God? Does this contribute to the well-being of mankind (as well as animals, nature, the world - which effects the general welfare of all)? How does this contribute to the Will of God, the good of humanity, animals, nature, and the world? Do the goods/services of this vocation/work/job/career (not just in a few applications or the end-results, but all throughout the entire process/system from start to finish) honor/glorify God and benefit the general welfare of all?
Matthew 22:36-40, John 13:34-35, Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 6:25-34
Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 26:3, Psalm 26:3, Colossians 3:17, 1 Timothy 6:12
Psalm 34, Proverbs 18:16
Meditate on this, discuss with others you trust (who walk with God), pray to God for help/direction, wait on Him, expect to hear from Him, listen to Him, obey Him (act/apply). Then share what you learned/experienced - help, encourage, inspire others for good.
For Your Name Sake Yahweh Elohim.
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ADDITIONAL INFO
Interconnected Relations
Romans 8:28-30 and Love for God (video)
God's Will and Your Calling
Gifts and Desires
Using Your Gifts
