Is God Calling You to a New Job?
by David Chadwick
Most Americans move to several different jobs over the course of a career. The average American worker makes 12 changes in a lifetime. That’s a lot of change!
What does this mean for Christians who believe that work is not just a job but a call from God? And if you believe God is calling you to another place, how do you know for sure that it’s him calling you?
In my experience, there is always a call to and a call from.
What is a call to? It’s a new vocational opportunity. Someone has contacted you about it. Or you have applied for a new position. A door is opening for you. You sense a grand chance for a fresh start and you’re excited about it.
Is this all that is needed for you to accept a new vocation – the call to?
I don’t think so. There is another factor that should also be present.
It’s the call from.
What is a call from? You sense the work at your present job is completed. You’ve done what you were called to do. That part of your life feels finished. You have an impression that God is releasing you to move forward.
Is God calling you to a new job? If so, there is most often a call to and a call from.
When both are present, move ahead with confidence. I’d guess God is calling you to a new adventure.
And enjoy the journey! The Lord will be with you.
Just make sure you always glorify him – no matter where he calls you.
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