Day 22: Acts 13:2

“While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”



This verse is one of my favorites. It shows a couple of things. First, God called Paul and Barnabas to their work. It wasn’t something that they thought would be nice to do, nor was it some program that their church had dreamed up that they wanted Barnabas and Paul to lead. Their call was from God.


Furthermore, God didn’t get all specific about the kind of work it was. He just said “set them apart for Me.”


Third, it’s fascinating that the call came to the church, and not just to Paul and Barnabas.


And finally, please note what was going on when God’s call came: They were worshipping and fasting. They weren’t just sitting around doing other things and “Waiting” on the Lord. They were actively seeking His voice.


So it’s a couple thousand years later, and here you are waiting on a word from God. Maybe you just want some answers, maybe you want God to tell you what you’re supposed to do with your life. Maybe you’re just waiting on Him to take care of all of it for you.


Or maybe you just act out of time with God, neither waiting on Him or heeding His call. Maybe you just figure that He’ll stop you if you do something he doesn’t approve of .


Can I offer some advice? Your call and your work are very important, and they are very important to God. He will communicate them to you in His time. In the meantime, God will prepare you for His call with everyday life. Remember, there are no accidents and no coincidences. God has a plan for your life and a work specifically for you. He is moving you towards it. Wait for His timing, and wait for His call. You won’t be sorry.


CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLE: Wait for God’s call. Don’t try to second guess Him or get ahead of Him. God’s purpose for your life is specific and you are tailor-made for it. Be patient, and learn from the life that God has given you.


Here’s a verse to meditate on today: Isaiah 6


Prayer: Father, give me patience as I await your call. Give me wisdom that I don’t run out ahead of you. Give me perseverance as I wait for you. Thank you for choosing me and honoring me with work in your kingdom. Amen.