Matthew 4: 18-22 (Friday, November 30, 2007 – Feast of St. Andrew)

When God calls Andrew to change his profession from that of a fisherman to that of an evangelizer, Andrew does not hesitate before he abandons everything to follow Jesus. There is a conviction that comes with his openness to Jesus. That moment that Christ called him, he knew he has encountered his true vocation in life and that would be the only thing that will give him joy and happiness. Being a fisherman was a very strenuous and skilful job. Andrew could have told himself, why change my profession after the many years I have invested in mastering the profession of a fisherman. Yet, he knew that what he needs to do is to follow the call that he has received from God. Sometimes we think that it is too late to change our professions, but with God, it is never too late. A teacher who feels convinced God is calling him to be a doctor should not feel that it is too late. God has a purpose when he calls. It is always important that we follow God’s plan rather than ours.

Prayer:
Lord Jesus Christ, thank you for calling us to different professions. Help us to continue to discern every day your will for our lives so that we may not derail from the plan and purpose you have for us.