FOREWORD

The Shape of Calling is written as an encouragement to leaders to follow God’s call and trust God and his plan for their lives. It helps explain the complexities around calling in a simple and clear way we can all enjoy.

Being called is significant! So, it makes sense to take the time and prayerfully consider this topic, explore the various aspects of calling, and ultimately ask ourselves, “What God is calling me to do”?

Our response and obedience to God’s leading are as important as the work we do for him. The Shape of Calling invites us to pursue and expand our understanding of calling and provides guided reflections and exercises on discerning the will of God.

As you consider your response to God, I would like to personally invite you to also consider ministry in The Salvation Army. Whenever a leader steps up to get involved in any aspect of the mission of The Salvation Army, we all benefit.

It is a privilege to write this foreword for Chris, who has committed years of service in the area of recruitment within The Salvation Army. I pray your reading encourages you to follow God with all your heart.

This is a great book!

Janine M. Donaldson (Commissioner) The Salvation Army Australia