On A Mission!

I have talked about our “mission” each Sunday since 2009 began; "To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world." And I have thus far failed to mention one important fact: we have been given the authority to accomplish the mission we’ve been given. In Mark chapter 6, Jesus sends the disciples out on their own to proclaim and live the life Jesus lives in their presence. They are on their own because Jesus is not traveling with them…or is he? He gives them the command to proclaim, heal, and overcome evil, but he also gives them authority. They are to go in His name, spirit, and power. You and I have been given the same. Our mission may seem overwhelming at times, that is until we remember that with the mission comes authority. We are not in ministry on our own; every true call to Christian mission comes with authority as we go in the name, spirit, and power of God. So when you go representing Christ to your neighbors, family, or co-workers, He is with you. We never go alone, thought at times it might feel that way. Christ’s Spirit is there, offering the words, the strength, the wisdom to witness to his holy name…that is our mission.