February 6, 2009
DAY 20
Posted by KI Contributor
Scripture: Romans 15:14-24
How Do You Hear God?
Jesus makes it clear that we are to make disciples of all nations. This is known as the Great Commission, where we are admonished to go out and transform lives of all the families of the earth. We argue against the Great Commission by saying, “How can we go out to the ends of the earth when there is such a great need here?” Paul sheds light on this matter. He points out that he strives to bring the “ministry of the Gospel…not where Christ has already been named…” but to “those who have never been told of him.” The case for worldwide missions is undeniable. We are to make disciples of all families of the earth by going to places where people live without access to the Gospel. And though we should always care for the poor and neglected here, we know there are people around the world who live without knowledge or access to the Good News of His Kingdom.
Maybe the real reason for not going abroad is something else. What has held you back from taking a step of faith? So many of us are waiting for a sign from God to send us abroad for a short-term trip or get involved in an outreach ministry. The Bible is so clear that we are all supposed to take part in this; the sign has been given already. When we are in the Scripture, we realize that God is speaking to us very clearly. Maybe it’s time to go back to His Word, and live accordingly.
PRAYER FOCUS: Indonesia
Although Indonesia is the largest populated Muslim nation in the world (over 200 millions), there has been thrilling growth of the church over the past 40 years—from 1.3 million to 11.5 million (5.4% of population). Pray that this might continue. Especially pray for 300 people groups who remain to be reached with the Gospel. Pray also three Young Nak families who are training and equipping Indonesian church planters among the unreached.
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