Posts from January 2026
Your Unique Way to Go
Here’s the wonderful truth about God’s call to ‘go’: it can look a million different ways. You don’t have to become a missionary in a foreign country or a full-time pastor to fulfill this calling. The mission field is wherever you are, and your unique way of going is probably closer than you think. Maybe your ‘going’ looks like being the neighbor people think of when they need help – the one they call when their car battery dies or…
Meeting Needs with the Gospel
One of the most beautiful aspects of Jesus’ ministry was how He consistently met both physical and spiritual needs. When He sent out the 72, He instructed them to heal the sick and proclaim that the kingdom of God had come near. This wasn’t an either-or proposition – it was both-and. As followers of Christ, we’re called to find this same balance. The gospel message becomes truly hope-filled when it addresses people’s needs today and their needs for all eternity.…
Traveling Light with Purpose
When Jesus sent out the 72, He gave them specific instructions about what not to bring: no purse, no bag, no sandals. This wasn’t about creating hardship – it was about creating focus. He wanted them to travel light, unencumbered by the things that might distract from their primary mission. In our modern context, this principle challenges us to examine what we’re carrying that might be weighing us down. Are we so concerned about our comfort, our reputation, or our…
Embracing the Dangerous Mission
Let’s be honest about something that many Christians prefer to avoid: following Jesus into mission is dangerous. Not necessarily physically dangerous, though it can be, but certainly emotionally and socially risky. When Jesus sent out the 72 disciples, He didn’t sugarcoat the reality they would face. You will be rejected. Some people will be mean and demeaning. Others will misunderstand your motives or dismiss your message entirely. This isn’t a failure on your part – it’s simply the nature of…
From Receiving to Going
Have you ever noticed how comfortable it can be to stay in learning mode? There’s something safe about sitting in church pews, reading devotionals with your morning coffee, and attending Bible studies week after week. These activities are wonderful and necessary for spiritual growth, but they were never meant to be our final destination. Jesus designed discipleship as a journey with a clear progression. He calls us to follow Him, teaches us to see the world through His eyes, and…