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Finding Our Calling -- The Meaning of Life
primarily through our children, that life might continue
on in the same way after we are gone. Leave the world
a better place because of the influence we have been.
Branch out. Try a variety of things. Weed out the
things that are not suited to your talents. Again, as in
all things, seek the Lord's guidance. He will lead and
open or shut doors according to His will for your life.
--
Kathy Lacefield, Jacksonville, Arkansas
"If one lacks wisdom, let him ask of God." James
1:5. Teachers at all levels often identify special talents
in their students. Aptitude
te~ts
have been used
successfully in identifying talents. What is your life?
You are a mist that appears
fo~
a little while and then
vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, "If it is the Lord's
will, we will live and do this or that." (James 4:14) "I
would so live as if I knew that I received my being only
for the benefit of others." Seneca.
--
Mr. and Mrs. Dean Carlton, Portland, Oregon
First, we have all been called to serve God.
Second, He gave us talents and abilities to use in
serving Him. So, we need to look for the opportunity to
serve the Lord with these things in .mind. The proper
vocational training in an area of interest and ability will
help in finding your calling. Internships can be of value
to help you determine if a particular field is really to your
calling or not. Talk to your parents and other family
members. Explore various fields . Most importantly,
pray ... seek God's help and direction.
--
Connie Carr, Hefts Summit, Missouri
The meaning of life is for each of us to, "fear God
and keep his commandments" in our own unique way
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