The Bible for All: God's Mission for UsSample

“In the same way that you gave me a mission in the world, I give them a mission in the world.” (John 17:18 MSG)

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, God has given you a mission in this world. You’re not here to just take up space; you’re not here to just strive after your own personal goals.

You have an assignment from God himself. Once you’re in the family, your life changes. You have a new reason for living. Your life isn’t about you anymore; it’s about God’s mission.

And your mission fits into God’s mission for all of history. God created everything in the universe because he wanted a family. He didn’t need Earth. He didn’t need the other planets. He didn’t need the stars. He created all of it because he knew some of us would willingly choose to be a part of his family.

The mission God gave Jesus he now gives to the Body of Christ — the Church. He wants us to help get other people into his family. Jesus said it like this: “In the same way that you gave me a mission in the world, I give them a mission in the world” (John 17:18 MSG).

Once we know Jesus, we have to go! We must tell our friends and families about him. But we can’t stop there. God has never made anyone he doesn’t want saved. He loves everyone — across the entire globe.

That’s God’s plan for the world. That’s his mission for you. He wants everyone on Earth to know him. And he wants to use you to see that happen. God didn’t just say that to missionaries or pastors. If you’re in his family, he gave his mission to you! 

Consider…

- Is it possible that you need to change the way you live in order to follow God’s plan? If so, what would that look like in your life?

- How can you be on mission with God across the globe, even if God has called you to live in your hometown?

- Do you have fears or reservations when you think about the mission God has given you? Take some time right now to pray, and ask God to give you courage, discernment, and grace as you rely on his strength to complete your task.