This book reveals the sovereign purpose of God in creating man for His glory. It highlights how God is deeply invested in seeing the calling of each individual fulfilled on this earth.
To achieve this, He allows tests and trials that mold and shape us, teaching us to obey His ultimate will. Through these experiences, God equips His children with prayer and faith, helping us learn to depend on Him and sustain us through life's storms by revealing Himself as the Bread of Life.
The book emphasizes that God induces faith in mankind, reminding us that He is enthroned over our tribulations, ready to deliver and liberate us. It encourages us to regain our strength in Jesus, to rise from our problems, and face the world with renewed hope. The book also assures us that God sees us through our trials and that as His sheep, we can hear His voice.
Ultimately, it offers the promise that we can return to glory like the Lilies of the Valley, experiencing the everlasting joy that God provides through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Chacko Nadakkeveliyil holds Masters degree in Philosophy and Psychology and a Licentiate and Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Innsbruck, Austria. At present he is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Philosophy at the Pontifical Athenaeum, JD, Pune.
The mystery of God's calling is indeed a captivating aspect of our spiritual journey. It's a privilege to be shaped and molded by a loving Creator, even before fully understanding the grand purpose.
The passage from Isaiah 55:8-9 is a powerful reminder that God's plans and thoughts transcend our limited human understanding.
* ""For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,"" declares the Lord.
9 ""As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.
This exactly happened in my life a decade ago when I was in search of my calling as a born-again believer of Christ with prayer and fasting. God in His mercy revealed His purpose for my life through 2 Corinthians 1:4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
This has been a cornerstone verse for while I was trying to find the purpose in serving and comforting others. It's beautiful how God orchestrated my journey to align with this verse.
I offered praises unto the Lord for the revelation and started obeying His word. God helped me to embrace my calling to comfort others, even without fully understanding the ""why"" behind it. It's evident that I've experienced the fulfillment that comes from living a life aligned with God's purpose.
I understand that, to focus on the promise and hope found in John 16:33
These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.""
is a powerful way to encourage those facing challenges. It's a reminder that even in the midst of life's storms, we have a steadfast anchor in Christ.
Just as the Lily of the Valley stands out and blooms in the midst of adversity, let us trust in God's plan for us and take comfort in His unfailing love and care.
The lily is the tallest of flowers yet hangs down its head.
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