Bible Dictionary

Calling

an invitation, summons, vocation, or assignment

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

18 of 116

Letter

C

Meaning

an invitation, summons, vocation, or assignment

Key Scriptures

  • Romans 8:28
  • Romans 11:29
  • Ephesians 4:1
  • Philippians 3:14
  • 2 Timothy 1:9

Also Called

vocation summons invitation

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Basic Meaning

A calling is an invitation, summons, vocation, assignment, or purpose given to a person or group.

The term may be used in religious, professional, or personal contexts.


Biblical Usage

The word calling appears throughout Scripture in connection with individuals, nations, service, responsibilities, and divine purposes.

References occur in both the Old and New Testaments.


  • Purpose
  • Service
  • Obedience

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Scriptures

  • Romans 8:28
  • Romans 11:29
  • Ephesians 4:1
  • Philippians 3:14
  • 2 Timothy 1:9

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