How can we discern God's calling in our lives, like Moses did? A Moment That Changes Everything “When Moses was forty years old, he decided to visit his brothers, the children of Israel.” (Acts 7:23) Something “came into his heart.” God stirred an inner conviction that it was time to step toward the purpose for which He had been shaping Moses all along. What We Learn from Moses’ Discovery • Inner stirring: a God-given burden for His people (Acts 7:23; Exodus 2:11). • Identity clarified: Moses embraced who he truly was—an Israelite, not an Egyptian prince (Hebrews 11:24-26). • Preparation matters: forty years of royal education (Acts 7:22) followed by forty years of desert training (Exodus 3:1). • Divine encounter seals the call: the burning bush turns conviction into commission (Exodus 3:4-10). • Obedience over hesitation: despite fears, Moses ultimately goes (Exodus 4:18-20). Principles for Discerning God’s Call Today 1. Heart Stirring and Desire • God often plants a longing that will not go away (Philippians 2:13). • Test that desire against Scripture’s clear commands and character. 2. Scriptural Alignment • “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105) • No call from God ever contradicts His written Word. 3. Prayerful Listening • “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.” (John 10:27) • Develop regular, unhurried prayer times to discern His promptings. 4. Godly Counsel • “Plans succeed through abundant counsel.” (Proverbs 15:22) • Mature believers help confirm what you sense. 5. Providential Circumstances • Closed doors, open doors, resources, and timing often signal direction (Revelation 3:7-8). • Look for patterns rather than isolated events. 6. Spiritual Gifts and Preparation • “We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.” (Ephesians 2:10) • Your abilities, experiences, and training are clues. 7. Willing Obedience in Small Steps • Moses first visited his brothers before leading them out (Acts 7:23-24). • Faithfulness in lesser tasks positions you for greater ones (Luke 16:10). 8. Surrendered Mindset • “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice… be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.” (Romans 12:1-2) Practices to Cultivate Right Now • Daily Scripture reading—listen for recurring themes or verses God highlights. • Journaling—record desires, prayers, and confirmations. • Silence and solitude—create space for God’s whisper. • Regular fellowship—serve in your local church; opportunities often emerge there. • Periodic fasting—heightens spiritual sensitivity. • Evaluate fruit—does pursuing this path produce righteousness, peace, and joy? (Galatians 5:22-23; Romans 14:17). Encouragement for the Journey • “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6) • “Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.” (Psalm 37:4-5) • “The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me.” (Psalm 138:8) God called Moses in stages—inner stirring, wilderness shaping, burning-bush clarity, and faithful obedience. He is just as committed to guiding you. Watch for His hand, listen for His voice, and step forward when He nudges. The same faithful God who led Moses still leads His people today. |
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