When we are called to serve, we are given the privilege of acting in the Lord's behalf, doing some task for Him. All of the things we do in his service also help our fellow man, for his purpose is the immortality and eternal life of man.
In serving God and others, it allows us to change our focus from self to those around us, and we thus become more like Him. This is one of the main purposes for our callings; to enable our own growth through service.
Often in our callings, we work together with other servants of the Lord. These good people become fast friends, examples for good, and the support us much in our efforts to live well and faithfully.
Also, the Lord helps us in our callings by providing inspiration through his spirit, which helps us know how best to meet our responsibilities. All those who serve faithfully and who keep themselves worthy of this spirit receive this help, and it spill over into other aspects of their lives. I testify that when I have served to the best of my ability, the guidance of the spirit has helped me an all parts of my life, and not just in my callings.
Through our callings we teach our children by example that we love the Lord and that He is important in our lives.
All of these blessings, and others not mentioned here, come to us through faithful service to the Lord's church, in what-ever calling comes our way.
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