I do not always walk Worthy of the Calling God has called me to. I do not always see myself as Valuable. Or Worthy. So many of us struggle with feeling unworthy. But that is SO not true! You, me, that difficult person in your life, we are worthy-we have value- because we are God’s creation.

Learning that, getting it deep down in your heart is absolutely life changing. It effects how we treat ourselves, and how we treat our family, neighbors, strangers at the store, and that person whose driving is more thoughtless (Wreckless?) than it should be. When we see worthy, instead of junk, we can apply grace.

Enter today’s Ephesians Bible Study, which is powerful and effective (and so much fun, too!)!

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Can We Walk Worthy of the Calling?

It doesn’t come naturally, seeing the Worthy in and around us. We have to start with God. God has given us an identity.

-First, we are His creation, an outpouring of His love and creativity. Each one unique and valuable, and Loved by God. Just because HE made us. That’s Everyone on Earth.

-Second, once we have accepted Jesus and His incredible sacrifice, our blessings increase.
our identity becomes more complex. We become citizens, ambassadors, and heirs!

I want you to think about a recent difficult experience. Think through it with the filter of Identity in Christ. (or Identity as God’s Creation if you are unsure of the other party’s salvation)

How could you have responded differently? A thought that you could have ‘on file’ for the next similar encounter, where you can change tacks and offer Grace. You can choose to walk Worthy of your Calling!

An Example of Discovering How to Walk Worthy of the Calling

There was an event recently, that taught me in very practical terms, how to walk worthy of the calling. It wasn’t easy, and I didn’t do a great job, but it will be a lasting reminder of what this looks like.

Last weekend, I had a migraine. It was Saturday afternoon, and I took a chance, texted my Chiropractor, to ask for advice. She happened to be in the office (on her day off!), and said Come. I called my mother-in-law, who was available to drive me. Walking to the car, I stepped in a hole and sprained my ankle. Fun.

My Chiropractor solved the headache, taped my ankle, and provided a pair of crutches (while dealing with her own mini-crisis in the middle). She prayed over me and fed me a snack ?

My husband had called while I was getting my adjustment, offering to pick up Chinese for dinner. So thoughtful! I happened to have dinner already in the crockpot, so he was off the hook.

My Perspective of My Husband:

He helped me with some things Saturday night, and Sunday morning, but seemed very resentful. I felt awful.

• I was in pain,
• I take care of him all the time.
• He could see I was hurting, why can’t he be a little more pleasant when I ask for so little!

Sunday morning, I read this awesome article on Extending Grace. Perspective shift!!

My New Interpretation of My Husband’s Perspective:

• I worked all week-6 days, put in 12-14 hour days. Didn’t have a restful weekend before that,
• Oh, and Irma. Don’t forget all the stress and work dealing with Hurricane Irma. I’m Physically exhausted. Dehydrated. Etc.
• Oh no, My wife fell. She’s pregnant. She’s now on crutches. Is she going to be okay? Am I going to have to stay home from work to help Monday? Add Mental Exhaustion and Overload.

Looking at it that way, it probably wasn’t all resentment. It was “beyond my limit, and now she can’t carry her water to the table?” Totally Maxed Out and unable to help.

Then, mostly because of my attitude shift, and not wanting to add to his burden, and partly because I was feeling a little better, I started thinking creatively, so I didn’t have to ask for help all the time.

By midafternoon I felt confident to tell him to go to work on Monday, I could manage (with my Little Guy’s help) and had a list of people in mind to call if I needed anything.

By giving him Grace, not allowing the hurt feelings to be in control, and remembering how hard he works, Remembering His (and MY) Identity, I was able to correct my attitude. I didn’t have to own his seeming resentment. I could choose to walk Worthy of the Calling!

FREE Ephesians Bible Study: Walk Worthy of the Calling

I have to admit, my heart was softened in advance because I am on the launch team for an incredible new (FREE) Ephesians Bible study, helping us walk Worthy of the Calling.

I received an advance copy of this Ephesians Bible study, and WOW! With so many lessons on Identity, Inheritance, Purpose and Grace, Practical explanations and applications, this study really connected with me. I now have a better idea of what it looks like to walk Worthy of the Calling.

I’ve known since I was little that as a child of the King, I was loved and special… (head knowledge) but the heart knowledge connection has been pretty weak sometimes. I compare, even knowing better, and it gets discouraging.

But spending time in this Ephesians Bible study, focusing on my Identity, Who I am/Whose I am, and then the inner workings of what that should look like lived out, well, It was a big help. Even with the quick-read pace in order to be able to review the study!

She incorporates a few Greek definitions, a dash of “Choose Your Own Adventures” and incredible handling of submission. And the visualizations Sarah comes up with to put some of these ancient writings into a little more modern context for us? Well let’s just say things will come together and just click so well!

They are in-depth, but still short, inspirational devotions to fit with busy life. Now the tools to help walk Worthy of the Calling are just a little more accessible!

Here are 7 Quick Facts about the Worthy of the Calling Ephesians Study:

▪It’s a FREE email-based online Bible study.
▪It takes just 10-15 minutes per day to complete.
▪It follows a five days on, two days off format.
▪It covers the whole book of Ephesians.
▪It includes 4 free digital gifts from Sarah’s Creative Partners.
▪ It is available “on-demand”
▪ Register today

The beautiful truths in this Ephesians Bible study will teach you…
• How to Root your life in God’s Word
• How to Access your Spiritual Wealth
• How God’s Work Empowers your Walk
• What it means to be Alive in Christ
• How to Love because you are Loved
• How to Pray with Perseverance
• How to Foster your Spiritual Gifts

What can I expect once I register for the Walk Worthy of the Calling Ephesians Bible Study?

Throughout the study, you will receive daily e-mails including a brief Scripture reading and devotional along with shareable quote graphics.

It takes just 10-15 minutes per day to complete the study (and there are two rest-days each week to catch up if you fall behind).

And the free digital gifts are AMAZING! To see what’s included in this beautiful study, I encourage you to head on over to Sarah’s website and be sure to pre-register while you are there.

You can also find Sarah on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.

Read Sarah’s bio here.

We Attempt to Walk Worthy of the Calling

After things settled down this week, and I was managing fairly well, with a bit of help from some wonderful cousins, my husband looked up from what he was doing one evening, and said, “Is that the same ankle you sprained, when you were on crutches last time, when we first started going out?”

I guess he had a flashback. He’s been a bit less exhausted this week, and able to help more easily when needed.

As painful as it’s been, it’s been a good week.

When my doctor’s appointment was almost an hour late, I was able to give Grace, and not be stressed or unpleasant as a result (even with an exhausted 4-year-old in tow). There has not been as much patience with my active and energetic little guy, unfortunately.

I am a work in progress, and continue to learn how to walk Worthy of the Calling He has given me. I hope you will join me in this free Ephesians Bible study, and in this Growth Challenge!

Helpful Books and Tools

Here are some of the other tools beyond the Ephesians Bible study I’m using to help me walk worthy of the calling. I hope you find them helpful!

First, this Reading Journal helps transform everyday reading into a devotional experience.

Sojo Academy is another fantastic tool. It’s a community of Christian women from around the world. The monthly Bible study, scripture reading plan, and faith planner are awesome, the Facebook group is a safe place to be encouraged and challenged, and they’re always having surprise special treats for us!

Honestly, though, one of the best things is reading Bible stories and faith stories to my boys, and being convicted as I read, and the oldest asks questions. Everyday teachable moments are as powerful for mom as they are for the kids, if we don’t have an agenda!

Update: More Free Bible Studies Worthy of Your Attention

Sarah has written several more free Bible Studies, and continues to work on new ones. Her first one was a study of Psalm 119. That was very cool! There is also one on the Wisdom of Solomon, and now one for Sabbath Rest. To sign up for any of these (and many more), which are available on demand, just click here.

I was privileged to review another Sarah Koontz study, this time on John 15-17. Come find out all the neat things I learned about pruning in the Bible!

Love God, Love Books, and walk Worthy of the Calling!