Yesterday it came to my attention that a couple of atheists got there feathers ruffled and posted something declaring that every Atheist’s mission should be to stop Groundwire.net. Not totally disappointed that we are making them nervous. God is doing something. The truth is getting out there to hundreds of thousands every day, and lives are being transformed. I love it.
So, in response to the mission they posted, I want to propose a mission to all of us who want the the hope of Christ to cross paths with as many who are in need as possible. It is three-fold.
1. Pray that God’s Word would go forth in its various forms. Pray that His truths would be impossible to ignore, His people would be bold, and His love undeniable.
2. Tell someone that God is crazy about them and wants to meet their needs. There are people all around who are hopeless and discouraged. People in need of Christ. Allow God to show you which one/ones need your words, your prayers, and your kindness.
3. Give a gift that will help spread the gospel. It might only be $5, but do something. Groundwire is one tool you can utilize to share the truth with others, but there are so many other great ministries out there. Don’t put it off, but do it now.
The devil is angry, God is pleased, and we need to partner with God to see HIs purposes move forward.
Every Christian’s mission should be to advance the gospel of Christ.
Last week while I was sitting with a friend in California I had a mild epiphany. I began to understand that when it comes to service, I (and most people I know) focus on one point. For instance, if I help the widow down the street with her house, I met her need. If I send money to an orphan I help him eat. But there is much more there.
Some might think linearly. Their service may connect two distinct people (i.e. when you pray for someone you connect that person’s need with God who wants to meet it). But, even that is not where it starts.
I was challenged to think triangularly. When I serve, it isn’t just about the person I give to. And, it is not simply about their need and God’s desire to heal or bless them. There is a third party that benefits from this type of offering. I do. Whenever I give, serve, pray, love, or bless others, I am rewarded in return.
Seeing the triangle of benefit really helped me understand my need to serve. Yes, I want to see others blessed. And, yes, I want God’s goals to be achieved. But, I also want to grow in my faith, experience God’s best, and understand His faithfulness…and all that happens when I serve.
Philemon v. 6 actually speaks to this. “I pray you will be active in sharing your faith so you will have a better understanding of every good thing you have in Christ Jesus.”
So, get out there and serve faithfully because you know that the triangle is at work.