We have all been called! Some of us may need to respond to the call. Some of us may misunderstand the call. Some of us may still be listening for God’s call or searching for the appropriate response. Regardless, God has gifted us all and called us into service.

These Bible studies bear witness to the reality of God’s call. Sarah thought God’s call to motherhood was impossible. Samuel was confused by the whispered call of God. Elijah’s call was affirmed and validated in many ways. Matthew was clearly called by Jesus even though the religious leaders disagreed. Paul’s call drastically changed his life and the face of Christianity. These are exciting stories of call and response. Yet, these are no more exciting or dramatic or important than your call.

In studying these call experiences, perhaps you can clarify your call experience. Witness the varying forms of God’s call, the variety of people called, and the variety of responses. Perhaps God’s call to you will become clearer. Hopefully, God’s call will become definitive for your life. As you study, pay attention…God is calling, and the call is for you!

Materials Included

• 5 Sessions of Learner’s Materials

• 5 Sessions of Teaching Materials

• 3 Handouts

Sessions Included

1. God Calls Sarah

2. God Calls Samuel

3. God Calls Elijah

4. God Calls Matthew

5. God Calls Paul

Age Group

Adult

Scriptures

1. Genesis 17:15-19; 18:9-15; 21:1-8

2. 1 Samuel 3:1-10

3. 1 Kings 18:30-40

4. Matthew 9:9-13

5. Acts 9:1-22