In this episode, Ken Freire and Patrick Lowndes unpack the RISE Framework—a practical, biblical way to discern your calling at work. They tackle the false belief that your calling is downloaded in an instant, replacing it with a more freeing truth: calling unfolds as you walk with God. Drawing from Scripture and real-life examples, they share how you can take meaningful next steps toward clarity in your purpose.

Resources Mentioned

• Clarity of Calling Assessment - explore.frontieroperators.com/calling
• Frontier Operators Community – A space to explore your calling and join live workshops: frontieroperators.com/community
• Christians for Impact by JD Bauman – Cited for the idea of 80,000 hours invested in a career.

Timestamps

• 00:00 – Revisiting the conversation on calling and setting up part two of the series.
• 01:00 – The Myth of Instant Clarity: Why calling isn’t a one-time divine download.
• 02:30 – Biblical Examples of Calling: How Abraham, Paul, and Jesus reveal God’s step-by-step guidance.
• 05:00 – The RISE Framework Overview: A tool for discerning your next faithful step.
• 05:20 – R: Research – Taking the posture of a learner to explore industries, problems, and opportunities that align with God’s heart.
• 07:30 – I: Intimacy – Deepening your relationship with Christ to understand what moves His heart.
• 09:45 – S: Support – Seeking mentors and communities already leading in your area of interest.
• 11:20 – E: Engage – Taking action through small, faithful steps and trusting God to guide and redirect.
• 13:27 – Final Thoughts: Calling unfolds through relationship, not revelation—walk with God and move forward in faith.