Core Themes
Rooted in Scripture, these themes begin with God’s call and explore the meaning of life, offering a renewed understanding of the world, life, values, wealth, and success. They explore what it means to fear God, trust Him, and grow in humility, obedience, faithfulness, and perseverance. They also consider how biblical truth shapes our relationships and choices at home, in church, at work, and in everyday life, helping us faithfully carry out what God has entrusted to us as we walk with Him and live out our mission.
Chapter 1 — Calling in the Bible
- The Foundation of Calling — Knowing Who I Am and Whom I Belong To
- The Heart of Calling — Returning to God
- The Direction of a Called Life — Being Set Apart for God
- Responding to God’s Call — Walking with God in Everyday Life
- What God Entrusts to Us — Sent to Share in His Work
- The Ultimate Goal of Calling — Being with God Forever
Chapter 2 — Calling and the Meaning of Life
- Developing a Worldview — Recognizing Whose World We Live In
- Developing a View of Life — Understanding Where Life Comes From and Why We Are Here
- Developing Our Values — Discovering What Is Worth Pursuing Throughout Life
- Rethinking Wealth — From “This Is Mine” to “This Has Been Entrusted to Me”
- Redefining Success — From Proving Ourselves to Being Faithful to God
- A Life of Freedom and Abundance — Putting God at the Center
Chapter 3 — Calling and Character Formation
Chapter 4 — Calling and Mission
- The Importance of Calling for Christians — From Self-Understanding to Turning to God
- The Importance of Calling for the Church — From Gathering Together to Being Connected to Christ
- The Relationship Between Calling and Mission — From Being Called to Being Sent
- Calling and Our Mission to Share the Gospel — From Following Christ to Bearing Witness to Him
- Living Out Our Mission — In the Family and the Workplace
- Responding to God’s Call and Living Out Our Mission — Leadership Through Walking with God