A job is necessary, but what most people are seeking is vocation—their voice (from which the word is derived) into the world, their unique contribution to the ongoing conversation of human history. The ability to potentially “disrupt the industry” always begins with the angst of “What should I do with my life?”—an expression of vocational longing.
As Christians, vocation as exiles is like a subway symphony.
Wherever we are, no matter how ordinary or mundane or ill-fitting or unappreciative the environment may be, we set up shop, bare our souls unto the Lord, lean into Spirit-filled artistry, and offer the gift of vocation we’ve received back out into the world as a gift for all, for the good of all, and for the glory of God.
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