The Calling
Introduction
Join Pastor Keven as he explores the theme of divine calling in Luke Chapter 5. In this inspiring message, he explains how ordinary moments can lead to extraordinary opportunities for personal growth and transformation. Drawing from the story of Jesus calling His disciples, Pastor Keven illustrates how each of us might be on the brink of a transformative journey. This message invites you to recognize and respond to God’s calls in your life as invitations to discover and live out your true purpose through the teachings of Christ. Whether you are feeling stuck or seeking more, this message is a guiding light for anyone ready to embrace their divine calling.
Discussion Questions
Tell us about a time someone or something interrupted your normal routine. How does it feel to have the trajectory of your entire day derailed?
How does simply hearing the Gospel of Jesus interrupt the way a person thinks about their life? What are some of the emotions a person might experience when the Gospel interrupts?
Jesus didn’t just interrupt Peter’s day, he also performed a miracle Peter couldn’t ignore. How has God gotten your attention when you were being stubborn?
4. Last week, Pastor Keven said, “God is faithful enough to make sure you know he is capable of the change you need.” Why do we sometimes need this reminder? How does knowing this help us to follow?
5. Read Luke 5:8. Peter’s first reaction to Jesus’s call was to tell him to go away. Why is this such a common reaction? Look ahead in the passage… How did Jesus respond? Why is Jesus’s response significant?
Sometimes God’s calling might seem absurd or outlandish and we just dismiss it as being our imagination. But let’s put it to the test. If you had infinite resources, support, and time and nothing was holding you back, what would you attempt to do for God?
CALL TO ACTION: Memorize John 8:12. Talk with someone about God’s calling on your life. Take steps to realize that calling.