Calling Quote by Horace Bushnell
“Live as with God; and, whatever be your calling, pray for the gift that will perfectly qualify you in it.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Gift of Vocation, 1855
Prayer for divine qualification aligns one’s calling with God‑given gifts, ensuring competence and purpose.
In simple terms: Pray for God‑given ability.
Key Takeaway
Align work with spiritual gifts.
Themes
faith
calling
prayer
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- career discernment
- ministry
- personal growth
Key Concepts
spiritual gifts
vocation
qualification
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance prayer with skill development?
- What signs indicate your calling is aligned?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on prayer may ignore practical preparation.
![“I don't see [ Trainspotting ] as an albatross, I see it more as a calling card. It's got me out to Hollywood, I've got a good agent, I've got a good manager, I'm getting a lot of work out there and doing a lot of stuff - getting a lot of film projects on the go.” quote by Irvine Welsh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/918/irvine-welsh-843_agents_i-don-t-see-trainspotting-as-an-albatros_7750.jpg)
