What is My Calling?

Guest Writer Maggie Blustein

Calling.

This word comes up A LOT nowadays. In high school. In university. In church. What is your calling? What are your next steps? 

When I was growing up I thought God would reveal my calling when I had life all figured out. Once I was 16. Once I graduated. Once I got married. Once I turned 22. I remember often longing to hear from God. All I wanted was a distinct voice saying “your calling is to be *insert career here*”. But it never came. I think God was trying to teach me that my calling and purpose for my life is SO much more than simply a job. God is so much bigger than that. 

Looking back on my youth/university years I can see how faithful God has been to me. How He was guiding my steps and making a way for my calling while I was sitting there waiting for an audible voice to speak. He was growing my faith. Opening doors for me to walk through. Putting people in my life that would help guide me along the way. I’ve had seasons where I think “God where are you? I don’t have enough money for groceries this week…” and I’ve had seasons of victory shouting “God thank you for fulfilling your promises. You are so good to me!” In both seasons He never changed. In both seasons He was making a way. He was working. He was moving. 

I’m sure you have heard the song “Way Maker” by now but this song is truly such a comfort. While we wait for the fruitfulness of God… While living in the blessings… We are to remain faithful and trust. 

But how can we do that? It’s easier said than done. Here a few practical things I wish I would have known when I was younger looking for my “calling”.

1. Worship is a huge thing that I believe can bring us closer to God and bring us comfort as well. To worship is to turn our eyes to Heaven, off of our own circumstances, and praise God for who He is. That can be through music, art, dance, etc. Worship music always has a way of speaking to my heart and reminding me that God is ultimately in control when I feel so lost.

2. I also know that God wants to have a relationship with us. Relationships aren’t always easy and good. So I believe we need to be open and honest with God through the frustrations and uncertainties. Praying helps lift our eyes back to Him where He can bring us clarity and comfort.

3. And finally getting into His word. I have the Bible app on my phone and each morning I read the Bible verse of the day. Filling my mind and heart with His truth before I start my day helps keep me grounded and rooted in Jesus. 

Jesus has a unique calling on your life. Our callings are so much more than a job title or career path. It’s all about how can God use us to glorify Him in ALL that we do. Even in the waiting and disappointments. The path won’t always be clear. The voice won’t always be audible. But He is there. 

Hi my name is Maggie and I am 23 years old, an elementary teacher, wife and a photographer. I have a passion for Jesus, worship, baking, creating, coffee and DIET COKE! I’m a bit of a control freak 😉 so I’m still learning that God truly does know what’s best for me (even if I don’t wanna believe it right away) Just trying to live in the freedom given to me!

Here’s one version of the song Way Maker for you to check out.