“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Bible Verses About God Calling You
Exodus 3:10 – God calls Moses to lead His people out of Egypt.
“So now, go. I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring my people the Israelites out of Egypt.” – Exodus 3:10
Isaiah 6:8 – God calls Isaiah and he is willing to go.
“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!'” – Isaiah 6:8
Matthew 4:19 – Jesus calls the first disciples to follow Him.
“‘Come, follow me,’ Jesus said, ‘and I will send you out to fish for people.'” – Matthew 4:19
1 Samuel 3:10 – God calls Samuel and he responds.
“The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ Then Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant is listening.'” – 1 Samuel 3:10
Jeremiah 1:4-5 – God formed Jeremiah for a purpose.
“The word of the Lord came to me, saying, ‘Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.'” – Jeremiah 1:4-5
Matthew 11:28-30 – Jesus invites the weary to come to Him.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” – Matthew 11:28-30
Romans 8:30 – Those God called, He also justified.
“And those he predestined he also called; those he called he also justified; those he justified he also glorified.” – Romans 8:30
1 Corinthians 1:9 – God is faithful to His calling.
“God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.” – 1 Corinthians 1:9
Ephesians 4:1 – Paul urges us to live worthy of our calling.
“As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.” – Ephesians 4:1
1 Thessalonians 5:24 – God will ensure faithfulness to His calling.
“The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:24
Philippians 3:14 – Pressing towards the goal of the calling.
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:14
2 Timothy 1:9 – God calls us to a holy life.
“He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace.” – 2 Timothy 1:9
Hebrews 3:1 – Consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess.
“Therefore, holy brothers and sisters, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, whom we acknowledge as our apostle and high priest.” – Hebrews 3:1
Isaiah 43:1 – God calls us by name, we are His.
“But now, this is what the Lord says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'” – Isaiah 43:1
1 Peter 2:9 – Called to be a holy nation.
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” – 1 Peter 2:9
Colossians 3:15 – Let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts, as we were called to peace.
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” – Colossians 3:15
John 3:16 – God’s call is to the whole world for salvation.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16
Luke 19:10 – Jesus came to seek and save the lost.
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” – Luke 19:10
Romans 10:13 – Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.
“For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” – Romans 10:13
Mark 16:15 – The Great Commission to spread the Gospel.
“He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.'” – Mark 16:15
James 1:12 – Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial.
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” – James 1:12
Revelation 3:20 – Jesus stands at the door and knocks.
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” – Revelation 3:20
Psalms 23:2 – God leads us beside still waters.
“He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside still waters.” – Psalms 23:2
Philippians 1:6 – God will complete the good work He started in us.
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 1:6
Jeremiah 33:3 – Call to God and He will answer us.
“‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.'” – Jeremiah 33:3
Acts 2:21 – Whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.
“And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” – Acts 2:21
2 Thessalonians 1:11 – God will fulfill every desire for goodness.
“With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith.” – 2 Thessalonians 1:11
Final Thoughts
Reflecting on God’s calling for us is a pathway that leads to purpose and fulfillment. It showcases how He knows each of us personally and has designed a specific plan for our lives. From the stories of Moses and Isaiah to the all-encompassing invitation from Jesus, we see that God continuously calls us into relationship with Him. It’s a reminder that we’re not alone and that our lives hold immense value. As we engage with these scriptures, let’s remain open to the ways God may be prompting us to act and the ways we can respond with faith.
As we explore God’s word, let it inspire us to fulfill our calling and encourage others along their journeys too. For those interested in more enriching topics, check out these Bible verses about leading others to Christ or the Bible verses about communication.