74: Finding Your God-Given Calling

In this episode of WordSmith, Pastor Clay sits down with Tom and Susan Goodwin to explore what it means to discover and live out God's calling. Drawing from Ephesians 2:8–10, they discuss how calling is rooted first in our identity in Christ—not in our job title or accomplishments.

Through stories of transitioning from decades of ministry with Cru into running a family business, they share how God's calling often changes with different seasons of life while His purpose remains the same. Rather than comparing ourselves to others or chasing the "perfect" calling, believers are encouraged to faithfully walk in the opportunities God places before them, trusting that He has uniquely crafted each person for good works that bring Him glory.

Dr. Clay Smith is the senior pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, located just north of Atlanta, GA. JF, as it is affectionately called, is a healthy, vibrant church committed to helping people find truth, belonging, and purpose in Jesus.

Learn more about Johnson Ferry Baptist Church at johnsonferry.org