In the general sense, our “call” is our mission, purpose, reason for being. Usually it is formed more by our family tradition and culture, than by the God who made us. But, it stands to reason that we’ll never really understand our call apart from God. This is what’s occurring with the church at Corinthian—they are becoming more Corinthian than Christ-like. Paul begins his remarks by reminding them and us: From where our call comes, What it involves, and What God gives us to live it.