Do You Hear The Trumpet Call?
Some calls for a response are clean and crisp, like a cell phone, doorbell, or trumpet. In high school, I had a tall friend, we were known as Amazons because of our height, who excelled at the trumpet and still does. Through her notes, we knew what would happen next at community events, pep rallies, or in the band hall.
A few notes would signal: Reveille, a fast wake-up call to jump-start a day or a moment.
Then comes the Cavalry Charge (da-da-da-da- DAh-Dah), heard at sporting events.
Then comes the Maniac Horn (Meringue song or call), a stadium fanfare used by baseball and soccer matches that calls for audience participation.
Then there’s TAPs, used to signal when someone or something has come to an end. The sounds differed in notes, pitches, and volumes.
Each call was, and continues to be, clear. Likewise, there is also the call of God on each person’s life in various homeplaces, marketspaces, and community locations. Some are vocational. Every call has a prerequisite: the preparation it requires. The amount of time may vary, yet preparation and training are always part of the process.
Consider the apostle Paul. After his radical salvation experience, he began doing what he knew to do: teaching and evangelism. He did this for over 13 years before being ordained, using that time for preparation and growth (Galatians 2:1 and Acts 13:1-3). In that time, a lot happens, with lessons learned and growing up in trusting God and forgiving others.
When there’s a call of God on your life, you’re not afraid of internship, mentorship, fellowship, discipleship, apprenticeship, residency, on-the-job training, or any other preparation needed.
The Call to Action:
Do the last thing God showed you. Next, ask God, “What are we doing together today?” Then respond by taking the next step.
today’s radiant insight:
Be patient with the lessons you are learning, and let them shape your next step in the call.