The Call to the Ministry

The Holy Spirit must impart those qualifications of natural fitness which are essential, in order to prepare for or to engage in the work. He must open a wide and effectual door to the individual called for an entrance upon this high calling. The term call refers both to the command or summons by which a person is verbally invited and directed to any duty to the vocation or employment to which he is summoned. It is, therefore, that command addressed to any individual through his word by the Holy Ghost to engage in any work or duty or to enjoy any privileges and blessings.