One man says it really happened. At the conclusion of his medical exam, the doctor asked him if he would please call in the next patient. So, as he opened the waiting room door, he called, "Mrs. Colchester, please."

He had walked some distance along the street outside when he heard Mrs. Colchester's voice behind him, "Where are we going?"

She was being called, but she misunderstood the intent. I only hope the poor lady didn't miss her appointment!

I can relate to her. I, too, have experienced "callings" in my life. I have felt led to pursue a certain vocation or direction. And I, too, have been confused at times about exactly where I am going when following my calling. Or where I may end up.

It's an old-fashioned word, "calling." It can mean a profession or line of work. Or even a strong inner urge or impulse. To follow a calling may be to do what you are meant to do or be where you are supposed to be.

It is a marvelous thing when one feels called. It may be to a role (a parent or a friend), or a job (even the most humble of jobs can be valid callings), or to volunteer service. It is a matter of doing something you believe you are meant to do. It is about following a voice that will lead you, if not always where you want to go, certainly where you are needed to go.

It is common not to know if, or to what, we are called. (And quite honestly, many don't care. Like one fashion consultant who recently said, "If you look good and dress well, you don't need a purpose in life." If it were only so!) But what a wonderful thing it is to find the spot where you are supposed to land.

Your life can be rich and satisfying when you follow your calling. Are you listening?

Steve Goodier Publisher@LifeSupportSystem.com is a professional speaker, consultant and author of numerous books. Visit his site for more information, or to sign up for his FREE newsletter of Life, Love and Laughter at http://LifeSupportSystem.com. 

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