Not long ago, after a church service, a sister quietly shared something with me.

She said, “I know I should respond. I feel something stirring in me. But honestly… I don’t think I’m qualified.”

I asked her why.

She replied, “I’ve been a believer for years, but I’ve always felt like a spectator.

When I see others worship passionately or serve with boldness, it moves me… but I don’t see myself like that.

I don’t know if God actually wants to use me.

And if I try to step up, what if I fail? What if I expose how weak I really am?”

Her words hit deep—because she’s not the only one who feels that way.

Many long-time believers still silently wonder:

“I believe in Jesus, but does He really have a place for me?”

“Maybe I’m just meant to show up, sit quietly, and stay out of the way.”

So they attend every service.

They read the Word.

They pray politely.

But deep down, they carry a quiet doubt:

“I’m not really called. I’m just watching from the crowd.”

But Scripture says something radically different:

“Walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called.”

Notice the tense—you have already been called.

God is not waiting for you to earn a role.

He’s already invited you into His purpose.

You’re not an extra. You’re not a backup.

You’re a beloved son or daughter placed intentionally in His Body.

He didn’t save you just to watch from the sidelines.

He placed His Spirit in you.

He gave you gifts.

He included you in His kingdom plan.

If you don’t believe you’ve been called,

you’ll always think spiritual commitment is for the “elite,”

and you’re just here to be inspired.

But that’s a lie from the pit of passivity.

You’re not a spectator. You’re a citizen of heaven with a calling.

God doesn’t wait until you’re perfect to call you.

He calls you, then He begins shaping you.

Real sons and daughters don’t just enjoy the benefits of the house—

they rise up to carry the heart of the Father.

If you truly believe you’re His,

then it’s time to say:

“Here I am, Lord. Use me.”

Let’s pray together:

Father,

There are so many times I’ve doubted whether I’m useful to You.

I’ve looked at others and assumed they’re more called, more capable, more spiritual.

But today, You remind me:

I’ve already been called.

You didn’t choose me because I’m strong—

You chose me because You’re faithful.

You don’t need my perfection—

You just want my yes.

So here I am.

Not impressive, but available.

Not fearless, but willing.

I don’t want to waste this life watching others burn for You while I hide in the crowd.

I want to live in the middle of Your will.

Help me walk worthy of this calling—not to prove myself,

but to honor the One who called me.

In Jesus’ name, amen.

Reflection

Have I been acting like a bystander in my faith?

Do I believe that God’s calling applies to me—personally and right now?

Today’s Practice

Take one bold step today that reflects your identity as someone who is called.

Encourage someone who’s struggling.

Pray for a specific need in your church.

Ask a leader how you can help.

Or simply write down one area where you say to God: “I’m ready.”

You don’t have to wait until you feel “spiritual enough.”

You’ve already been called.

So start walking like it.