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How do we know calling on God is important?

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Calling on God is important as it shows reliance on His mercy and grace, which is emphasized in the life of Jabez (1 Chronicles 4:10).

The act of calling on God, as demonstrated by Jabez, signifies a deep dependence on God's mercy and a recognition of His authority. Jabez's prayer highlights that honorable individuals are distinguished not by their deeds but by their relationship with God. In the spiritual life, calling on God reflects an acknowledgment that we are incapable of saving ourselves and that we need divine assistance. The Scriptures indicate that God's mercy is the foundation of our ability to respond to Him; it is not due to our initiative but His calling us first. In Psalm 14 and Isaiah 59, we see the lamentation that people do not turn to God, reinforcing the rarity and significance of true faith in action.
Scripture References: 1 Chronicles 4:10, Psalm 14, Isaiah 59

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Jabez
Paul Mahan · May 7, 2014
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