Theme Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:9 (KJV)

“Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began.”

***Teaching Objectives***

By the end of this lesson, ministers should be able to:

1. Understand what it biblically means to be called by God.

2. Recognize the difference between a burden, gift, opportunity, ambition, and divine calling.

3. Identify common ways God confirms His call upon a person’s life.

4. Understand the internal warfare and conflicts that often accompany a genuine call.

5. Understand the difference between being called, chosen, prepared, qualified, and

commissioned.

6. Embrace the cost, character development, discipline, and process necessary to carry the call

faithfully.