Two Things Everyone Wants

Here’s a message outline for you to follow along with Sunday’s Sermon or just use as a teaching tool for your Calling!

ANCHOR SCRIPTURE: Romans 8:28–29, Jeremiah 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:27

MAIN IDEA:

Everyone wants two things: Significance and Security.

The world tells us we’ll get them through hustle, success, and visibility.

God says we get them through identity, calling, and transformation.

GOD’S CALL GIVES YOU SIGNIFICANCE

You Were Chosen on Purpose

“Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you…” (Jer. 1:5)

“You’re not an accident. You’re a 1-in-400-trillion miracle. That’s God aiming—not guessing.”

You Are Greater Than Your Background

David, Moses, Rahab, and Paul wouldn’t pass a church board review—but they passed the faith test.

“God doesn’t run background checks—He writes comeback stories.”

“Your past may explain you, but it does not define you.”

Identity Before Assignment

Peter wasn’t called to preach first; he was called to follow.

Moses wasn’t told to part the sea; he was told to take off his shoes.

Before you go viral, make sure you’ve gone vertical.

GOD’S CALL GIVES YOU SECURITY

God Goes With You

Moses said, “Who am I?” God said, “I’ll be with you.”

“Moses didn’t need a hype man—he had the presence of God.”

The Call is Not a Job—It’s a Journey

The call of God isn’t a task list; it’s a transformation path.

“You’re not just called to do something—you’re called to become someone.”

“It’s not about what you build; it’s about what God builds in you.”

Your Potential is a Mystery (Even to You)

You don’t have to be fully formed to be faithfully called.

God called you while you were still smelling like sheep, not shining like a star.

The Weed Dealer Who Became a Youth Leader

Most of the Bible’s heroes had red flags—but God still used them.

We look for résumés—God looks for redemption.

“From Snoop Dogg’s distributor to Youth Director? That’s what grace does!”

REAL-LIFE:

What Should I Do If I Don’t Know My Calling?

Start with who God is calling you to be: Kind. Forgiving. Loving. Honest.

If you’re asking God for the next 10 years, He’ll give you the next step—because He wants relationship, not robot obedience.

Where Do I Begin?

Begin with what’s in your heart: that “porch counselor” moment, that fire that won’t go out.

God’s already at work—even if it doesn’t feel flashy.

“You’re waiting on a megaphone from heaven, but God’s whispering through your passions.”

DON’T LET YOUR HISTORY ROB YOUR DESTINY

Everyone wants significance—and God gives it freely in calling you by name.

Everyone wants security—and God promises His presence, not just His purpose.

“You don’t have to be famous to be faithful. You don’t have to be recognized to be significant.

“Not everyone who is great is famous and not everyone famous is great!”

“You are not just a mom. You’re a doctor, lawyer, Uber driver, counselor, and UFC ref—all rolled into one.”

Say it out loud: “I’m called. I’m chosen. I’m becoming.”

Turn to your neighbor: “God knows your phone number. Answer the call.”

The Best Is Yet to Come,

Rev. John Roberts