8:30 “Called”– v 28; 1:6. This means called to Christ so that they come and believe in Him. For an understanding of what God’s call means study the following references – 11:29; Gal 1:6; 2 Thess 2:14; 1 Cor 1:9, 24; Gal 5:13; Col 3:15; 1 Tim 6:12; 1 Pet 2:9, 20, 21; 3:9; Jude 1; 2 Tim 1:9; Heb 3:1. All believers should make sure God has called them – 2 Pet 1:10-11. Believers can know that God has chosen them, called them, and justified them, and they should know these things.
God’s call to believers. In the text, around 8:30, we encounter the term “called” in relation to believers. This term signifies God’s invitation for us to come to Christ and believe in Him. It’s a fundamental part of our faith journey that deserves our attention.
To understand God’s call better, let’s explore a few references: 11:29, Galatians 1:6, 2 Thessalonians 2:14, 1 Corinthians 1:9 and 24, Galatians 5:13, Colossians 3:15, 1 Timothy 6:12, 1 Peter 2:9, 20, and 21, 3:9, Jude 1, 2 Timothy 1:9, and Hebrews 3:1. These passages shed light on the nature and significance of God’s call.
For believers, it’s crucial to ensure that God has called us. This isn’t a daunting task, but rather an opportunity for self-reflection and confirmation of our faith. In 2 Peter 1:10-11, it emphasizes that believers should make sure of their calling from God. Taking this step strengthens our spiritual journey.
The beauty lies in the assurance that, as believers, we can know that God has chosen, called, and justified us. These truths aren’t mysterious but accessible to us. Embracing our calling from God fills us with confidence and reassurance as we navigate our faith.
God’s call holds a purpose for each of our lives. It invites us to a life of holiness, obedience to His will, and sharing His love with others. It’s an invitation to cultivate a deep and meaningful relationship with our Creator, where we walk in His ways and experience His guidance.
