Seeking God to discover how he wants us to support missions is a part of being a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. It is a recognition of God's call on our lives to take the gospel "to the nations." It is helping people take the life-giving gospel message places that we cannot go.
Most of our lives are not lived with a concern for what is happening "over there." Sometimes that's due to selfish shortsightedness on our part. That's wrong. We need to be concerned about what is happening around the world. As one person put it, "This generation of believers is responsible for this generation of souls all around the world." We dare not lose sight of this fact.
At the same time, we cannot be so focused on "over there" that we lose sight of what is happening around us. If you have truly surrendered your life to Christ and are willing to go wherever he sends you, there is a reason that you are where you are today. He has you strategically placed to reach a certain group of people. All around you, in your current circle of relationships, are people who need to hear the good news of the gospel. They need to hear of the redemptive love of Christ...from you. What "open doors" exist in your world?
Perhaps that single mom desperately needs to know the love and provision of Jesus.
Perhaps your coworker needs help dealing with the anger that is destroying their home.
Perhaps a classmate is struggle to know that they are worthwhile.
Perhaps the successful business person needs to be reminded that in the end you cannot take your stuff with you.
Take a risk! Pray this simple prayer: "Lord Jesus, you have called me to become a fisher of men. I ask that you would teach me today more about what this means. Point out an open door today and give me the courage to walk through it. Amen."
Then get ready...God is looking for people willing to walk through the doors he opens!
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