Weekly Magazine | Called to Purpose

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Jan 29, 2025

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Dear Friends,

Have you ever wondered how to live with purpose in a way that truly honors God? It can be easy to get caught up in the world’s expectations of success or to feel stuck when life doesn’t unfold as we planned. But God has a greater mission for each of us—one that brings lasting fulfillment, shines His light to those around us, and reflects His perfect plan for our lives.

This week’s issue of Just Between Us magazine is all about stepping into that mission. Whether you’re striving to live your faith boldly, wrestling with frustration over God’s timing, or seeking a deeper sense of meaning in your everyday moments, we’re here to encourage you. Through practical insights and biblical truth, our prayer is that you’ll feel inspired to shine Christ’s light, embrace His plans with trust, and find true fulfillment in walking with Him.

As you explore this issue, may you be reminded that you were created on purpose, for a purpose—His purpose. Let’s live it out boldly, together.

Encouraging You in God’s Truth,

🌿 Feature Article: This Little Light of Mine by Emily Marszalek

Discover how to boldly shine Christ’s light in your everyday life, offering hope to others and glorifying God in all that you do.

🌿 When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned by Katie Hoffman

What happens when life doesn’t go the way you expected? Learn how to trust God’s perfect plan, even in seasons of waiting or uncertainty.

🌿 Living on Purpose by Jennie Allen

Stop chasing worldly success and start living out your God-given mission. Discover how making disciples in the places you’re already planted can transform your purpose.

📖 Pause and Reflect

🎵 Music for Your Soul

"Build My Life" by Pat Barrett reminds us to build our lives on God’s firm foundation and live out His calling with confidence.

This Little Light of Mine

By: Emily Marszalek

After accepting a new job and giving my notice to my employer, word of my coming departure soon made the rounds to my coworkers at the local university I worked at. Soon after, I received an unexpected email from the director of a neighboring department. While I did not work directly with her nor know her well, I had occasionally corresponded with her and assisted her in troubleshooting several issues. Keenly aware that she was not well liked by many of my coworkers, illustrated by their groans when they saw her name on their caller ID, I made a deliberate effort to treat her with extra kindness and provide prompt responses to her inquiries.

Expressing her sadness at the news of my exit and wishing me well in my new endeavors, she ended her email by saying, “You are the light in that office.”

Her email deeply touched my heart.

Occupying an entry level, "bottom of the totem-pole,” position in my office, I frequently questioned whether I was having a positive impact—or any impact at all—on those I worked with. In the midst of my questioning, I found hope and inspiration in Colossians 3:23, which helped infuse purpose in every task I was assigned, no matter how menial: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

YOUR LIFE IS A TESTIMONY TO OTHERS

While I didn’t have the most exciting job, I always sought to be a hard-worker and to express kindness and helpfulness to both coworkers and clients, especially the challenging ones. While I didn’t know if my efforts were seen or had a meaningful impact on those around me, I was assured that God saw, and that mattered most.

That unexpected email, however, reminded me that my behavior, attitude and interactions are seen by those around me and can act as a powerful testimony to others. It was a reminder that I am called to act as a bright light for Jesus, and can be successful in that endeavor, no matter what position or job title I hold.

Jesus tasks us with being the light of the world and instructs us to let that light shine before others.

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:14-16).

What a beautiful image. As we are filled with the light of Christ, we are to shine that light for all to see. As others see our light, they will be drawn to the source of our light—Christ.

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