Introduction

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I greet you with the peace and love of our Lord, Jesus Christ. There is a warmth in this gathering, a warmth that radiates from the shared faith and fellowship we have in our Savior. Today, we gather under the banner of His love, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of redemption and grace that He has so lovingly written for each one of us.

In the heart of every believer, there is a sacred echo, a divine whisper that calls us to a higher purpose. It is not a call to self-fulfillment, but a call to self-denial. It is not a call to personal ambition, but a call to divine mission. It is not a call to worldly success, but a call to heavenly service. This divine call, my friends, is not just for the apostles, the prophets, the pastors, or the missionaries, but for every child of God, for every follower of Christ.

Heeding God's Call

The divine call of God is a sacred summons, a holy mandate that requires our immediate attention and total commitment. In the life of Jeremiah, we see a clear example of this divine call. God did not just call Jeremiah, He formed him, He knew him, He set him apart, and He appointed him as a prophet to the nations.

God's call to Jeremiah was not based on his abilities, his credentials, or his qualifications. It was based on God's sovereignty, God's knowledge, and God's purpose. Jeremiah was not called because he was capable, but because he was chosen. He was not called because he was ready, but because he was required. He was not called because he was worthy, but because he was willing.

Jeremiah felt inadequate, unqualified, and inexperienced. He felt too young, too inexperienced, and too incapable. But God reassured him, "Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you."

Harnessing Your Purpose

The divine call of God, once heeded, leads us to the next step: harnessing our purpose ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO