What if the greatest difference you could ever make begins with simply discovering what God created you to do? You were created with a purpose. And when that purpose is ignored, something essential is missing—not just for you, but for the people God intended to bless through you.
How God Changes Lives—and Nations
Years ago, I had the privilege of visiting Oral Roberts just a few months before he passed away. He was physically weak, but the wisdom he carried was as sharp as ever. During that visit, one of the ministers who was present asked him a question that caught everyone’s attention: “How do you change a nation?”
Oral didn’t hesitate. He said, “You can’t do anything to change a nation. All you can do is what God calls you to do. And when other people do what God has called them to do, He is able to knit those things together—like a sweater or garment. Only God can change a nation.”
That really stuck with me. God flows through people. His power works in us, not independently of us.
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.
Ephesians 3:20, emphasis added
Your Calling Is Bigger Than You Think
I see this principle play out constantly. Recently, I sat down with a lot of my executives—some who’ve been with the ministry for decades. They’re people God brought into my life in very different ways and at very different seasons. Looking back, none of us could have planned this. But God led each of us individually and then brought us together to do something none of us could have done alone. That’s how God works.
Many people assume that only those with public platforms have a calling. That simply isn’t true. Every person matters. Every role matters. I’ve told my staff for years—whether someone is teaching, managing, cleaning, or working behind the scenes—each one is essential.
Faithfulness in small things matters to God. Jesus said, “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much” (Luke 16:10).
God’s Will Is Not Automatic
One of the biggest misunderstandings about God’s will is the idea that it happens automatically—that God just overrides your choices and makes things turn out the way He wants. That’s not true. God does not control your life like a robot. He gives you freedom. “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life” (Deut. 30:19).
You know, this ought to be a no-brainer. God gives direction and even gives you the answer—but it’s your choice. Scripture makes it clear: God has a plan, but you must choose to pursue it.
You Must Seek God—with Your Whole Heart
I’ve heard people say, “I asked God what His will was, but He didn’t answer.”
Jeremiah tells us otherwise: “Ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart” (Jer. 29:13).
Casual seeking won’t get you there. As long as you can live without knowing God’s will, you will. But when you reach the place where you say, “I’m not going any further until God shows me,” He will respond. I guarantee it. God is not hiding His will. He is waiting for wholehearted pursuit.
I’ve only touched the surface of this subject. Finding God’s will is just the beginning—learning how to follow it and see it fulfilled is where real transformation happens. I believe this teaching will help you go further in that direction.
If this teaching has stirred your heart to begin seeking God’s will for your life, you don’t have to do it alone. Visit my website at awmi.net for additional free teachings and resources. If you need prayer, I encourage you to call my Helpline at 719-635-1111, where one of my trained prayer ministers would love to pray with you.
We love you,
Andrew and Jamie Wommack (Contributors of this Article)
