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Aug 15, 2024 · God has called us into a relationship with Jesus Christ for the purpose of being “conformed to the image of his Son” (Romans 8:29). God’s purpose in calling us is twofold: for our good and His glory (2 Thessalonians 2:13–14; 1 Peter 2:9). The noun purpose in Romans 8:28 means “intention; an anticipated outcome that is intended or that ...
Aug 1, 2020 · a: something set up as an object or end to be attained: intention. 1. the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc. 2. an intended or desired result; end; aim; goal. Calling. 1: a strong inner impulse toward a particular course of action especially when accompanied by conviction of divine influence.
- God’s Chosen Nation
- God’s Use of Nations in Biblical Times
- God’s Purpose For The United States
- Sin: Consequences and Divine Punishment
- What Do We Need to do?
- Conclusion
In the Old Testament we read of the nation of Israel being God’s chosen people: “For you are a holy people to the Lord your God; the Lord your God has chosen you to be a people for His own possession out of all the peoples who are on the face of the earth” (Deuteronomy 7:6). Yet the Old Testament also contains prophecies of a new kingdom that would...
As our opening text from Isaiah indicates, God is far above every nation that has existed or will exist. Nebuchadnezzar was told, “The Most High is ruler over the realm of mankind and bestows it on whomever He wishes” (Daniel 4:25). While God ruled over all nations, there were certain nationsthat would play a role in God’s larger plan. Nebuchadnezz...
Because God had a specific purpose for certain nations in the Bible, many assume that the same must be true for the United States. However, no modern nation is mentioned in the Bible – nothing beyond the Roman empire. All we can say by faith(Romans 10:17) is what the Bible says. Anything beyond this is opinion and speculation. The Scriptures teach ...
As our government forsakes its divinely-appointed purpose and our society becomes more immoral, do we have to fear divine punishment for such things? In other words, as God punished nations(not just individuals) in the Bible for sin through wars, captivities, pestilence, economic hardship, and more, will He do the same to the United States today? N...
The United States will eventually fall, whether this is in two years or two hundred years. But as Christians, we are part of a kingdom “which will never be destroyed” (Daniel 2:44). While being a citizen of the United States certainly has its advantages, we must remember that first and foremost, “our citizenship is in heaven” (Philippians 3:20). We...
With everything that is happening in our society and around the world, many wonder if God is with the United States today. But we should take comfort in this fact – God is, and always will be, with Hispeople (Matthew 28:20). Notice what Paul wrote to the saints in Rome: Let us be sure that we remain faithful to Him, no matter what happens in the wo...
However, doing so with a focus on the broader purpose of serving in God’s kingdom may change how we perceive calling—and increase our delight in the ways God has called us into his kingdom in ...
Mar 9, 2022 · So all the good he works in our lives is meant to lead us to the greatest good – being reunited with him. 3. Your callings are different from someone else’s. We are called differently, equipped by God with different talents, experiences, and opportunities. Our overall goal is to glorify God and point others to him.
Mar 10, 2016 · The word “calling” has five important meanings to us as Christians and each one builds upon the next. 1. God’s Creation. God calls out to us through all that He has made and all that happens. He calls out to us to know Him through the magnificent beauty of His creation. Because that which is known about God is evident within them; for God ...
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Jul 20, 2023 · One thing is certain, however: whatever our unique paths through life may be, God’s purpose is to shape us into the image of His Son, Jesus Christ. In the New Testament, there are three passages that especially point us to this reality. As we come to grips with them, we will begin to understand the purpose of our salvation and God’s plan ...
