Author Jason Allen in his book titled ‘Discerning Your Call to Ministry’ mainly
focuses on the determination of the call that God has placed on the lives of
Christian readers for Ministry. In the very beginning, the author has clarified that
all Christians are called to be a part of ministry. In the Great Commission, Jesus
Christ has clearly told his followers to make disciples. According to Allen, some
Christians are called to ministry to serve as a pastor, which is a full-time ministry
position[1].
After introducing the topic to the readers, Allen has presented ten questions to
help them understand whether they are truly called to be a part of ministry or not.
Some of the questions revolve around whether readers have the desire for the
ministry or not, their intention to surrender, and their willingness to follow the call
of God regardless of where it leads them. The writer has done a commendable
job to provide a direction to the readers to the center of each question raised by
him.
My personal calling has been very similar to what has been promoted by Jason
Allen. I felt like I was called to the Christian ministry from the very moment I
started having faith in Jesus Christ in college. Even though it was many years
ago, I remember very vividly as I sincerely believed that Jesus wanted me to serve
in the ministry and convert non-believers into His disciples. When I look back at
the specific phase of my life, I have come to the realization that I have answered
each of the questions that have been raised by author Allen. Even though the
questions were not put before me in such a direct manner but I have addressed
them in my course of life.
There was a time I was really hurt by the local church due to which I became
distant from ministry and denied the calling of the Almighty. I have succeeded to
overcome the obstacle and I along with my family regularly involve ourselves in
the local church. Over the years, I have surrendered myself to God. After
overcoming the challenge that I faced, I have against started to address the
questions that have been highlighted by Allen[2]. I believe that it is important to
question God’s call on one’s life for ministry. By asking this question, Christians
can get the privilege to be a part of the ministry.
Bibliography
Allen, Jason K. Discerning Your Call to Ministry: How to Know for Sure and What to
Do About It. Moody Publishers, 2016.
[1] Allen, Jason K. Discerning Your Call to Ministry: How to Know for Sure and What
to Do About It. Moody Publishers, 2016
[2] Allen, Jason K. Discerning Your Call to Ministry: How to Know for Sure and What
to Do About It. Moody Publishers, 2016
