Called To Be Saints

Called to Be Saints

The apostle Paul, in his letter to the Roman believers, opens with a profound declaration: “To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 1:7).

What an incredible greeting! Notice that Paul doesn’t say, “To all in Rome who try to be saints,” or “To all in Rome who might one day become saints.” No, he addresses them as those already called to be saints.

This isn’t a title reserved for a select few spiritual giants or those who live in cloistered monasteries. The word “saint” (Greek: hagios) fundamentally means “holy one” or “set apart.” It speaks to our new identity in Christ. When we surrender our lives to Jesus, we are immediately, by God’s grace, set apart for His purposes. We are His, no longer belonging to the world and its systems.

This calling has profound implications for our daily lives. If we are called to be saints, it means we are called to live holy lives, not out of our own strength or effort, but empowered by the Holy Spirit who dwells within us. It means we are to reflect the character of Christ in our thoughts, words, and actions. It means we are to pursue righteousness, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God.

This calling is both a gift and a responsibility. It’s a gift because it’s based on God’s love and His work on the cross, not on our merit. It’s a responsibility because, having been set apart, we are now His ambassadors, called to shine His light in a world desperately needing hope. Let us embrace this glorious identity today, remembering that we are truly “called to be saints.”

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the incredible truth that we are loved by You and called to be saints. Forgive us for the times we have forgotten this high calling or lived in a way that dishonors Your name. Strengthen us by Your Spirit to walk worthy of the calling You have placed upon our lives. Help us to live as Your set-apart people, reflecting the holiness and love of Christ to everyone we encounter. May our lives bring glory to Your name. Amen.

The calling of God is not a calling to a particular job or location, but to a particular person—the Lord Jesus Christ. When you are called to be a saint, you are called to be like Him.

Walk daily with God at your side!

Love always,

Ed 🙏🏼