Beloved , the Bible describes several reasons God calls people, including for a loving, intimate relationship with Him through Jesus Christ for salvation and holiness, and to fulfill His larger purposes for His glory, often involving specific works or assignments to serve others and spread the gospel.
This divine call is not random but predestined before birth, providing individuals with unique gifts, talents, and purposes to be fulfilled in service to God.
Let us explore some of the reasons.
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God calls people to Himself so they can have a personal relationship of worship and love, which was His intention from the beginning.
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God calls us through the gospel of Jesus Christ to save us, adopt us into His family, and to live a holy life.
1 Corinthians 1:9 AMP tells usβ¦
βGod is faithful [He is reliable, trustworthy and ever true to His promiseβHe can be depended on], and through Him you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.β
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God calls people through the gospel of Jesus Christ to save them, adopt them into His family, and to live a holy life.
Ephesians 4:24 AMP tells usβ¦
βand put on the new self [the regenerated and renewed nature], created in Godβs image, [godlike] in the righteousness and holiness of the truth [living in a way that expresses to God your gratitude for your salvation].β
1 Thessalonians 4:7 AMP tells usβ¦
βFor God has not called us to impurity, but to holiness [to be dedicated, and set apart by behavior that pleases Him, whether in public or in private].β
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Philippians 3:14 AMP tells usβ¦
βI press on toward the goal to win the [heavenly] prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.β
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1 Timothy 6:12 AMP tells usβ¦
βFight the good fight of the faith [in the conflict with evil]; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called, and [for which] you made the good confession [of faith] in the presence of many witnesses.β
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1 Corinthians 7:15 AMP tells usβ¦
βBut if the unbelieving partner leaves, let him leave. In such cases the [remaining] brother or sister is not [spiritually or morally] bound. But God has called us to peace.β
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Acts 16:10 AMP tells usβ¦
βAnd when he had seen the vision, we (including Luke) tried to go on into Macedonia at once, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them.β
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Luke 18:1 AMP tells usβ¦
βNow Jesus was telling the disciples a parable to make the point that at all times they ought to pray and not give up and lose heart,β
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A primary reason for God’s call is for the increase of His own glory, and for people to live for His glory in all things.
Isaiah 43:7 AMP tells usβ¦
βEveryone who is called by My Name, Whom I have created for My glory, Whom I have formed, even whom I have made.ββ
The phrase “created for my glory” signifies that God made people so they would belong to Him, showing His power and grace through His creation and redemption.
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Ephesians 2:10 AMP tells usβ¦
βFor we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from aboveβspiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used] for good works, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us].β
1 Peter 3:9 AMP tells usβ¦
βand never return evil for evil or insult for insult [avoid scolding, berating, and any kind of abuse], but on the contrary, give a blessing [pray for one anotherβs well-being, contentment, and protection]; for you have been called for this very purpose, that you might inherit a blessing [from God that brings well-being, happiness, and protection].β
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Most high God, thank You for calling us into Your will and desires.
Holy Spirit, I pray that You empower each and every one of us to heed Godβs callings for our lives.
Help us Lord Jesus, to grow in our relationship with the Triune God.
We need You, abba father to help us fulfill Your calling and bring glory to Your holy name.
Lord Jesus, I pray that You abide with us at all times.
In Jesus Christβs most precious name, I pray. Amen 
Have a blessed day 
