Paul, a God-called Apostle of Jesus | Sunday | June 28

Sunday – June 28: Paul, a God-called Apostle of Jesus

Read

• 1 Corinthians 1:1
• Romans 1:1
• Galatians 1:1
• Jeremiah 1:5
• Galatians 1:15
• 1 Corinthians 15:5–11
• Titus 1:1
• Galatians 1:10
• 1 Timothy 2:7
• 2 Timothy 1:11

Summary

• Paul introduced himself as an apostle because he was certain that God had called him.
• His confidence came from God’s calling, not from human approval.
• Paul’s meeting with the risen Jesus changed the whole direction of his life.
• From that day, his greatest desire was to share Christ with others.
• Paul saw himself as Christ’s servant before anything else.
• Whether he preached or taught, his work always pointed people to Jesus.
• Jesus was the center of Paul’s thoughts, words, and daily life.
• His love for Christ was so deep that he could hardly speak without mentioning Him.
• God has a purpose for every believer. Our calling may be different from Paul’s, but each of us has a place in God’s work.
• We discover our calling by walking closely with Jesus each day.
• As we grow in our relationship with Him, He guides us to serve others in the way He has planned for us.
• Like Paul, our greatest goal should not be to draw attention to ourselves. It should be to help others know, love, and follow Jesus.

Question

• How can I discover God’s calling for my life?

Answer

• Stay close to Jesus and faithfully serve Him each day. He will guide you to the work He has prepared for you.

Reflection

• Is Jesus the center of my life, and am I faithfully serving Him where He has placed me?

Takeaway

• God has a purpose for your life. Walk closely with Jesus, and let your life lead others to Him.