Many Christians treat “vocation” like a title or career choice. But authentic calling isn’t about what you do—it’s about how you serve your neighbor in everyday life. In this episode, Doug Hannah and Pastor Curt Hoover unpack the biblical teaching on vocation and demonstrate how God works broadly through ordinary people in ordinary jobs—family, friendships, work, and community.
They explore:
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How Scripture defines vocation beyond jobs, focusing on service to others (Colossians 3:23–24; 1 Corinthians 7)
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Misconceptions tied to “finding your purpose” or waiting for spiritual validation
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Why mundane roles matter: God uses you in whatever role you already occupy
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Practical questions: “Who is your neighbor today?” and “How can you serve them where you are?”
Plus:
Pastor Curt's Word of the Week: “Neighbor”
This term reminds us that vocation is relational. God places us among others to serve them. They aren’t hindrances to our holiness; they’re reasons for it.Further Resource:
We mention Gene Veith’s excellent book God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life, which beautifully explores how God works through all of life—even the ordinary.
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