Daily Devotions: John Mark - June 21, 2026

Acts 13:2 (ESV) - “While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, ‘Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.’” In this episode of Daily Devotions, Pastor David Sumrall shares an important leadership lesson from the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas. When the Holy Spirit called individuals for a specific assignment, He clearly identified those He had chosen. Although others joined the team, not everyone had been specifically called to that work. Pastor Sumrall explains that there is a difference between giving someone an opportunity and recognizing a genuine calling. Good intentions, family connections, or a desire to help are not substitutes for God's direction. When people become part of a ministry or assignment without a clear calling from God, difficulties, discouragement, and even departures can occur when challenges arise. This Daily Devotion reminds us of the importance of building teams according to God's leading rather than human preferences. ---- Don’t forget to like, subscribe to Cathedral of Praise TV https://www.youtube.com/c/cathedralofpraiseTV/?sub_confirmation=1,and hit the bell icon 🔔 to stay updated. Pastor David Sumrall and Sister Beverley Sumrall serve as the undershepherds of Cathedral of Praise—a Christian church dedicated to Jesus and His Word, with campuses across Metro Manila and branches worldwide. Learn more about Pastor David Sumrall: https://linktr.ee/davidsumrall Subscribe to Sister Beverley Sumrall’s Podcast: https://cathedralofpraisemanila.com.ph/podcasts/praise-moments/ Know more about Cathedral of Praise: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraise Listen to Bible Radio: https://linktr.ee/bible.radio Check out our music: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraisemusic Join the Daily Manna Feeding Program: https://www.facebook.com/COPDailyManna © 2025 Cathedral of Praise. All rights reserved. This video and its content are the property of Cathedral of Praise. Sharing is permitted only by linking to the original source. Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, or distribution is strictly prohibited.