Welcome to “Desert Well"! Join us at the well as we explore the profound concept of answering the divine call of God. In this episode, we delve into what it means to be called by God, how this language is perceived, and the nuances between being a called church worker and other forms of divine calling. Pastor Jared and Derek share personal experiences from their own callings, discuss the faith involved in the discernment process, and explore the practical differences between the calls of various church roles. Whether you are a pastor, teacher, or someone seeking meaning in your everyday work, we hope this conversation will inspire and give you a deeper understanding of your role in God's plan. We have linked a book which we feel goes hand in hand with what we have talked about today, Callings for Life https://a.co/d/9h4SSI5 . Like, subscribe, and share to bless others with these insights!
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:33 Understanding the Divine Call
01:16 Personal Experiences with the Call
05:25 Inner and Outer Calls
11:46 The Role of the Congregation
16:20 The Call Process for Pastors
25:42 The Call Process for Teachers
28:21 Faith and Placement
30:13 The Role of Faith in Discerning a Call
30:57 Navigating the Call Process
32:00 Struggles and Hesitations
34:09 Embracing the Call
36:15 The Practicalities of Accepting a Call
37:40 Balancing Faith and Practicality
40:18 The Slow and Intentional Call Process
42:02 The Doctrine of Vocation
48:56 Supporting the Pastoral Office
53:00 Historical and Practical Aspects of the Call
56:12 Final Thoughts on the Call Process
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