CELEBRATE THE MISSION
Jesus came and told His disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT)
What’s my purpose in life? A question that all of us have wrestled with. The good news is that there’s a clear answer. And it doesn’t depend on where you go to school, what you do for a living, whom you’re married to, or any other significant life decisions.
The Westminster Shorter Catechism asks and answers this question like this:
Q: What is the chief end of man?
A: Man’s chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever.
One of the most important ways we glorify God is by sharing our faith, making disciples who make disciples—Kingdom multiplication. If salvation was only about going to heaven, the Lord could beam us up as soon as we’re born again. But in His divine wisdom, He’s chosen us to be His ambassadors.
The scope of this job is broader than professional Christians who speak from a stage or do mission work in a foreign country. We celebrate and honor Him by living every day of our ordinary lives on a mission. All believers are called. None are exempt.
APPLICATION:
Who can you share your faith with? What’s stopping you from doing so? Pray that God would embolden you to have faith-based conversations with those He’s put on your heart. Then listen to a classic hymn, Go Tell It on the Mountain, available by several artists.
PRAYER:
Father,
Thank You for the mission of sharing Your light and love with the world. Please grant me the courage and conviction to communicate with clarity. I pray that the lost will be found and that my life will honor You as I seek to fulfill the Great Commission.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.