Volunteer/Called

It’s volunteer appreciation month here are Cornerstone church, and we have  a very dedicated and creative group here in Music & Arts. Being able to serve God, and build the church through the use of our gifts is a great thing.  In reality, we are not just volunteers, it is something more significant than that.  We who serve the church need to understand the concept of calling, and that it is God who gives us the purpose and the power to call others to come and know the glory of his name.  So what does calling mean to a musician?

1.   Calling means that band rehearsal is another opportunity to be used by God.

2.  Calling means that I’m grateful for constructive feedback so I can serve at my best.

3.  Calling means that I put in my best effort.

4.  Calling means that I look out for the health and interests of the whole group, not just my own.

5.  Calling means that I come prepared and well practiced.

6.  Calling means that I don’t back down when it becomes difficult or challenging.

7.  Calling means that I will allow myself to experience spiritual growth as I stretch my faith and my skills.

8.  Calling means that I encourage and cheer on the other musicians I get to serve with.

9.  Calling means that I resolve conflict and look for opportunities to bless other musicians.

Oswald Chambers said it this way “When God has put His call on you, woe be to you if you turn to the right hand or to the left.  He will do with you what He never did with you before the call came; He will do with you what He is not doing with other people.  Let Him have His way.”

Keep up the good work Music & Arts Volunteers!  Be encouraged knowing that when God has placed the call on your life He will be faithful to equip you and to bless you as you serve with joy his presence.

Lorn Gieck