Devotional: Discover Your Calling

Scripture Reading: Acts 1:15

In those days Peter stood up among the believers (a group numbering about a hundred and twenty)

In the quiet aftermath of Christ’s ascension, Peter stood up amidst the believers—a man transformed, stepping into the authority and purpose ordained by God. In this pivotal moment, an echoing silence of Christ’s physical absence was profound, but Peter’s voice, influenced by divine calling, pierced through the uncertainty.

Reflection:

Isn’t that the essence of discovering our calling? It’s the courageous act of standing amidst the silence, the voids of our knowing, and the unanswered questions with a spirit stirred by divine certainty.

The business world, like that gathering of believers, is often crowded with voices, ideas, strategies, and paths. But your calling—your unique, God-ordained purpose—is that voice influenced not by the crowd but by the Creator.

Today’s Meditation:

Take a moment to reflect on Peter’s transformation. Just weeks before, he was a man haunted by the echo of the rooster’s crow—a reminder of denied association with Christ. But in Acts 1:15, we see a different Peter. A man who discovered his divine calling and stood tall, voice steady, spirit emboldened.

Now, consider your place in the business world. The roles you’ve undertaken, the decisions you’ve made, the paths you’ve walked—are they reflections of societal expectations, or are they echoing the clarity of divine calling?

Prayer:

“Lord, just as Peter stood up amidst the believers, empowered by a calling that was both profound and divine, I seek that clarity and assurance in my journey. In the bustling world of business, amidst the noise, strategies, and plans, I desire to hear Your voice—clear, distinct, and unyielding.

Guide me to discover and stand up in my calling, that unique purpose that is authored by You, influenced by Your wisdom, and aligned with Your plans. Let my journey in business not be dictated by the ebbs and flows of societal trends, but be a path uniquely carved by Your hands. Amen.”

Action Step:

Today, commit to seeking clarity on your divine calling. Allocate a few moments of solitude to meditate on Acts 1:15. As you ponder on Peter’s transformation, allow the Holy Spirit to stir within you a deeper understanding of your unique purpose in God’s grand narrative.