--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: We are called according to Gods purpose…" description: "\"We are called according to Gods purpose, to walk in good works, which God ordained for us to do. Jesus says, You did not choose Me, but I chose you and..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d7/goddey-wilson-9132_gods-quotes_we-are-called-according-to-gods-purpose_1078477.jpg" --- # We are called according to Gods purpose, to walk in good… ![“We are called according to Gods purpose, to walk in good works, which God ordained for us to do. Jesus says, You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you…” quote by GODDEY WILSON](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d7/goddey-wilson-9132_gods-quotes_we-are-called-according-to-gods-purpose_1078477.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d7/goddey-wilson-9132_gods-quotes_we-are-called-according-to-gods-purpose_1078477.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d7/goddey-wilson-9132_gods-quotes_we-are-called-according-to-gods-purpose_1078477.jpg) > “We are called according to Gods purpose, to walk in good works, which God ordained for us to do. Jesus says, You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you. These things I command you, that you love one another. (John 15:16-17)” [GODDEY WILSON](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/goddey-wilson/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. God selects individuals for purpose, urging them to love and bear lasting fruit. **In simple terms:** God chooses us, we should love and produce lasting results. Key Takeaway Live purposefully, love others, and trust divine guidance. Themes faith purpose love Mood inspirational spiritual Type religious motivational When to use this quote - community service - mentorship - personal devotion Key Concepts divine election spiritual obedience fruitfulness Questions to Reflect On - What does “bearing fruit” look like in your life? - How can you show love in everyday actions? 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