We are all unique beings, created by God for his pleasure. He gave us varying talents, passions and abilities that we can use to serve him. And we all have different personalities, different experiences, and different demographics that make us who we are. But, no matter where you live, no matter what language you speak, and no matter how rich or poor you are, we are all called to evangelize. We all have a mission to shine a light on Jesus and to invite others into the kingdom of which we are so blessed to be a part. It may sound like a “big ask”, but he is asking all the same. In John, chapter 20, verse 21, after Jesus rose from the dead and met with his disciples, he said this before he would ascend to the Father:
“Again Jesus said, ‘Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.’”
Jesus said this directly to his disciples, and all of them obeyed and went wherever they were sent. They made it their mission to spread the good news of Jesus Christ. Today, we have that same mission. Much of what is written in the Bible as commands and mandates for those it addressed, is also meant for us as well. Jesus said to his disciples, “as the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And as an extension, he is also saying that to us. So I would encourage you to obey. Be creative. Examine the personality, talents, passions and opportunities that God has given you, and ask the Holy Spirit to show you how you can use them to carry out this mandate. Give it thoughtful consideration, because as you can see in John 20, Jesus is sending each and every one of us.
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You do not have to wait to hear the audible voice of God, or spiritually discern through fasting and prayer whether you should make it your mission to share Christ with others, because John reminds us that we are all being sent; each and every one of us. The question is, will you go? It is easy for us to pray to God in haste and say that we will do whatever he asks of us. But will we answer the call? If you are ready, he is asking. I believe that there are two modes of evangelism; opportunities that God brings to us, and opportunities that we carefully plan an execute on our own, or in partnership with others. In either case, we should purpose to be in step with the Spirit so that he guides us in our task. So I encourage you to pray today, and ask God where is he sending you. The answer may set you on a path that will change the course of your entire future.