Was I made for a purpose? Am I ever going to do anything meaningful with my life? Or am I just some cosmic accident? These are important questions, asked by so many of us, especially during the lows of life. Deep down, we all crave to understand our purpose and to know that we are loved.

"Called" is delightfully reassuring answer to the question of purpose. With modest humour and genuine honesty, Jonny explores just how we can accept and appropriately respond to the unconditional and eternal love of God; how, as we embrace this divine love, we discover that God has a unique purpose for each of us. And more amazingly how, when we start acting upon God’s call, as we become more closely connected with our Saviour, we will feel more purposeful, more meaningful and more fulfilled.

Jonny uses the life journeys of various characters from the Bible and their individual stories of calling to show us how understanding and accepting God's call can provide direction, purpose and fulfilment in life. Each chapter explores a different aspect of calling; the struggle to accept God’s call on our lives, the unhesitating acceptance of some, the stubborn refusal of others and the miraculous fruit that is produced when we submit to God.

No matter how insignificant you consider yourself to be, if you are drifting, feeling lost in your Christian life, "Called" is just what you need: a helpful and considered guide to uncovering God's plan for you, and how to act when things feel unclear.

Jonny Gumbel studied theology at Oriel College, Oxford and King’s College, London. He was part of the pioneering team which established St Peter’s, Brighton church plant, serving there for twelve years, first as curate and then as Associate Vicar. He taught theology and preaching at St Mellitus College and is now Rector of Christ Church Rio. Jonny is married to Tara and they have four children.