Friday, April 7, 2023

Friday, April 7, 2023
1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

For most of history, the Jewish people were God’s chosen race. But when Jesus died, the veil was torn, and His love and forgiveness became a gift for both the Jew and the Gentile. Now the body of Christ, of which you are a part, is the chosen people and holy nation. You’ve recognized your need for a Savior, realized the sacrifice God made to wipe your sins away, and accepted that gift, becoming a part of the Lord’s family. He called you out of darkness and into His marvelous light, so that, the scripture says, you may proclaim His excellence. This wonderful gift isn’t meant to be hidden inside you like a candle under a bowl; it is to be shared with the lost and dying world that the Son of God bled for.

Thursday, April 6, 2023

Thursday, April 6, 2023
2 Corinthians 5:20
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

To a lost world, you and I should be compasses. In a room that’s dark, believers should be candles, bright and unwavering. When Jesus ascended into heaven, He sent His people to proclaim forgiveness of sins to every race and people on earth. You are one of His ambassadors; to someone who doesn’t know Christ, you might be His first impression. That’s a big responsibility, and one that the apostle Paul took seriously, encouraging us, on behalf of Christ, to be reconciled to God. To live an honorable life, to control your mouth and mind, and to make God’s will your number one priority, setting a good example for the sinner and the saved alike.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Romans 10:14
How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?

God may call you to a foreign country to spread the message of salvation, or, perhaps He’s placed you at your workplace to do more than just your job. Anywhere on this planet you’ll find people who need Christ, whether they’re in a remote jungle or in your own neighborhood. But why would they seek out the Lord if they don’t believe in Him? And why would they believe if they’ve never heard the gospel, and don’t realize their need for a Savior? That’s where you come in. God can use a willing and obedient heart to do great things, and the greatest accomplishment of all is being used by Him to help save a soul.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Mark 16:15
And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.’

Jesus didn’t tell believers to “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to people you like.” He commanded His disciples to share the good news with everyone, and the same commandment has been given to you. When it comes to God and His children, there aren’t any favorites, outcasts or those who are too-far-gone. It’s His will that none should perish, and Christ loved the tax collectors, adulterers, lepers and pharisees just as much as He loves you. No matter who they are or what they’ve done, no matter the language they speak or the color of their skin, salvation from sin is God’s gift to all.

Monday, April 3, 2023

Monday, April 3, 2023
Matthew 28:19-20
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.

He died for you, and for everyone, down to the last sinner! The God of heaven and earth sent His son to die for the sins of the world two thousand years ago, and when He rose, His command to believers was to spread the good news to all corners of the earth. To tell people about their need for Jesus, making disciples in all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The world is a big place. Sharing the gospel hasn’t always been easy or safe, but you won’t be taking on the mission alone. Behold, He is with you always, to the end of the age.

Friday, March 31, 2023

Friday, March 31, 2023
Hebrews 10:23
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.

Because of Christ, we have hope! By repenting, believing, and trusting in Him, you can be forgiven of every mistake you’ve ever made, welcomed into eternal paradise with God. No suffering or sadness that you could endure here on earth is even worth comparing to the joy and glory that awaits you in heaven. So, if you believe it, put your hope in it. On good days and on bad days, be assured that you are headed for the Kingdom of God because of the blood that was shed for you. You can hope without wavering because the scripture tells us, He who bled is faithful.