BETH DEVELOPS Bible studies and shares what she has learned with hundreds of women. This is her heart’s passion.
Kim teaches Sunday school to preschoolers, showing them the love of God through simple Bible stories, songs and Jesus “tea parties.”
Deb has a decorative flair. She beautifies the worship center at Christmas and Easter, making it inviting to all who enter.
Tanya paints walls and ceilings as well as a professional. She helps her church in practical ways.
There are synonyms for “heart’s passion.” It has been called one’s burden and one’s calling. It is the thing that excites you and moves you to action.
When you know your heart’s passion, you will experience fulfillment because you’re joining God in the work he has for you.
Not sure of your calling? Reflect on these questions:
The one thing I’d change in the world would be:
_____________________
I’m drawn to help people who:
_____________________
Other Christians tell me I’m particularly good at:
_____________________
Now check the people groups or topics that tug at your heart:
____ homeless people
____ women who’ve had abortions
____ impoverished families
____ healthy marriages
____ rebellious youth
____ teen pregnancies
____ substance abusers
____ teaching others (what age? ___)
____ the elderly
____ young moms
____ the ill
____ women in emotional pain
____ praising God through song, drama or dance
____ praying for others
____ helping out wherever needed
____ writing to communicate God’s truth and love
____ using graphic arts to exalt God
____ making others feel welcome at church or in a home
____ prisoners
____ Other: _______________
If you still have questions about your calling, consider tough times in your life. Many people discover that God uses their past to help others. For instance, a woman whose parents had a difficult marriage or who divorced may have a heart’s passion to help children from broken families. Another woman whose father made the military his career may deeply desire to counsel wives of servicemen deal with loneliness.
Probably the best ways to discern your heart’s passion is trying a variety of ministry experiences and discover the ones in which you:
- Are the most fulfilled.
- Seem to be the most effective.
- Receive affirmation from other Christians.
You will discover your heart’s passion! And when you do: Watch out world!
Got a moment? Leave a comment and share your heart’s passion, so others who follow this blog may be encouraged! Thanks.
I read your post just now and without a doubt I know my passion is writing Bible studies for women. Along with that is teaching women’s groups (women’s Bible studies). I’ve already written one indepth study on the life of King Hezekiah (though not published) and I taught it to a group of ladies. It has also been done in another women’s Bible study group in Indiana. I’m working on another study right now. When I write these studies, there’s a passion within me. I get excited. I get motivated. I get passionate. I absolutely love it. And it is fulfilling. I’ve recently felt the Lord lead me to more actively pursue my writing by getting out there and submitting my writing more. It’s scary but exciting all at the same time. I look forward to seeing what God has in store.
Thanks for this post!
Karen