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MISSION

Ever wonder about the meaning of your life—what you’ve been put on this earth to do? Some people stumble around for years, confused about their purpose. (See Ecclesiastes 1.)

Jesus grew up in the home of a carpenter and learned the builder’s trade. But his mission in life had been written in Scriptures before his earthly birth. As this passage describes, Jesus read Isaiah 61:1,2. In a nutshell, this is the job of the Messiah. Jesus came to bring good news to all who suffer: the poor, the imprisoned, and the blind. As followers of Jesus, this is our mission as well. Consider the great commission: “Go to the people of all nations and make them my disciples” (Matthew 28:19a). We can tell people about the saving love of Jesus, and show them what he is like.

In what tangible ways did Jesus show that he accepted his mission? Why were these actions necessary?

What is your mission? What Scripture(s) confirm this mission? What abilities has God given you to aid you in this mission? If you’re not sure about your abilities, ask someone in your church congregation. God often confirms the gifts he gives through the testimony of others. Pray: God our Father, thank you for Jesus who has given us a window into your ways. Thank you for your love. You give a helping hand to everyone who falls.