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Call Waiting

Posted by Dion Todd November 20th, 2024 1,211 Views 30 Comments

Walking by the sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers: Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew, his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. He said to them, "Come after me, and I will make you fishers for men." They immediately left their nets and followed him. Matthew 4:18–20 WEB.

As Jesus walked down by the seashore, He saw Peter and his brother Andrew. He told them to follow Him. That He would make them "fishers of men." They followed Jesus for the next few years and became experienced in ministry. He taught them so they could teach others. It was a long time before they were ready, but the day finally came. In chapter ten, Jesus sent them out on their first teaching mission:

Jesus sent these twelve out and commanded them, saying, "Don't go among the Gentiles, and don't enter into any city of the Samaritans. Rather, go to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. As you go, preach, saying, 'The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!' Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, and cast out demons. Freely you received, so freely give. (Matthew 10:5-8 WEB).

There is an amount of time between Jesus calling you and Jesus sending you. How long is unknown to us. It varies from person to person. The length of this period varies throughout the Bible. David became king at thirty, while Moses began his ministry at eighty.

When I was around twenty years old, the Lord told me that I would teach His word one day and for me to prepare myself for ministry. I was so excited and went through Bible college, got ordained, then I waited. I was forty-five years old when the Lord finally put me in full-time ministry, and I no longer felt like I should be there. Where I had once felt like I knew a lot, I now felt like I knew nothing. As Paul wrote: "Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. But if anyone thinks that he knows anything, he doesn't yet know as he ought to know" (1 Corinthians 8:1–2 WEB). I can tell you that this is true.

Do you feel that God has called you for something, but it has yet to come to pass? Don't give up hope yet, for this is the normal course. God is faithful. Yet, there is a training time between the calling and the sending.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You for not forgetting about me. I know that Your eyes are on the sparrow and that You will also take care of me. I want all that You have for me on this earth. Please walk with me, talk with me, speak to me, and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

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Post from Sherry Mccosh

Sherry Mccosh commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

3 weeks ago


Heavenly Father, I thank You for not forgetting about me. I know that Your eyes are on the sparrow and that You will also take care of me. I want all that You have for me on this earth. Please walk with me, talk with me, speak to me, and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!




Post from Raju Williams

Raju Williams commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen.🙏🙏




Post from Wesley Paulus

Wesley Paulus commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen!




Post from Rhoda Mora

Rhoda Mora commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Powerful ! Love this !




Post from Narciso Salas

Narciso Salas commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Mari Kaufmann

Mari Kaufmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Theresa Bright

Theresa Bright commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Thank you Lord, please keep me on the right path for your will for me. I pray in Jesus name. Amen 🙏🏻



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Comment from Shara Abel

1 month ago

My thoughts exactly!



Post from Julia Forrester

Julia Forrester commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Thank you so much Pastor Dion Ive felt for many many years now that I’ve been called to have a music ministry of some kind was ready to give up many times even now I just turned 65, and recently three people came forward talking about something that’s been happening all over the country called “pop up worship “where they set up a Worship team in public places Where normally people would never go to church they could stop and participate in worship songs so these local believers have asked me if I want to start one .. also last night. I was even asked to play at our local fellowship group so things are happening. don’t know exactly what or when but I’m encouraged And this message just confirms it. Thank you so much.



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Comment from Shara Abel

1 month ago

It is never too late...that sounds awesome!



Post from Elena Vasquez

Elena Vasquez commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from LaDonne Lenzini

LaDonne Lenzini commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

1 month ago


Amen and Amen!!! Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for not forgetting about me! I know that Your eyes are on the sparrow and that You will also take care of me. I want all that you have for me on this earth. Please walk with me, talk with me, speak to me, and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ I ask and pray!!! And Lord, please help me to be sensitive to Your calling or Your gentle whisper, in the name of Jesus, Amen and Amen!!! 🙏




Post from Jackie Tipton

Jackie Tipton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen. Thank you Pastor Dion for this blessed message. Everyone have a blessed day. Beautiful cool weather here in South Texas.




Post from Laura Clark

Laura Clark commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen! His eye is on the sparrow and I KNOW He watches me... so comforting! Truly, how do people function in this crazy, mixed up world without Jesus?!!! 🙏
Good Word today, Pastor. Thank you!




Post from Bill Fair

Bill Fair commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen! Great final prayer at the end!




Post from Kevin J. Eck

Kevin J. Eck commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Heavenly Father, Thank you for being there for me, even when I do not think you are there. Be there for others when they earnestly believe in you for your help! This time of the year can be very difficult for some. In the name of Jesus, Amen!



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Comment from Debi Burton

1 month ago

Amen



Post from Bella Colliander

Bella Colliander commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen!🕊️




Post from Sylvia Todd

Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Good morning, y'all, praying you have a wonderful Wednesday! 🌻🌞💛



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Comment from Debi Burton

1 month ago

Good Morning Everyone and Have a blessed Wednesday! ☺️



Post from Yvette York

Yvette York commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Heavenly Father All I Can Say Is Thank You For Teaching Me And Blessing Me And My Family And Friends I Pray You Will Continue Teaching Us All AMEN Good Morning Everyone 😀




Post from Debi Burton

Debi Burton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Heavenly Father, I thank You for not forgetting about me. I know that Your eyes are on the sparrow and that You will also take care of me. I want all that You have for me on this earth. Please walk with me, talk with me, speak to me, and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻




Post from Wanda Pennington

Wanda Pennington commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Heavenly Father, I thank You for not forgetting about me. I know that Your eyes are on the sparrow and that You will also take care of me. I want all that You have for me on this earth. Please walk with me, talk with me, speak to me, and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!




Post from Marisa Jackson

Marisa Jackson commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen 🙏🙏❤️🙏🙏!!




Post from Schalk de Beer

Schalk de Beer commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Yes, amen Lord




Post from Linda Clark

Linda Clark commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Brenda F

Brenda F commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Barbara Jackson

Barbara Jackson commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Dana Rozell

Dana Rozell commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen!




Post from Gloria Nebarez

Gloria Nebarez commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Celeste Strenn

Celeste Strenn commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen




Post from Kay Collinsworth

Kay Collinsworth commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Call Waiting

1 month ago


Amen






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