Joint Discipleship Graduation 2026

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Shared by First Baptist Church of Glenarden
First Baptist Church of Glenarden

Summary

Main message: God places a unique, divine calling on every follower of Jesus, and like Samuel we must position ourselves to hear it, allow mentors to help us discern it, and be ready to respond and act when God calls.

Key points:

  • A calling is given by God alone, built into your design, and is not transferable — you are uniquely equipped for your assignment.
  • You must position yourself near God (quiet, worship, study) so His voice can be heard amid life’s noise.
  • Discernment is a process: God may call privately and repeatedly, and wrestling through uncertainty is part of being formed.
  • God often provides spiritual guides (Eli figures) to help interpret and confirm His voice even when we cannot yet recognize it.
  • When the call becomes clear, respond with readiness and obedience — be a doer of the word and multiply disciples.

Scriptures mentioned: 1 Samuel 3, Psalm 139, John 15:16, James 1:22