“Standing In Front of God’s Open Doors”

Beloved, 1 Corinthians 16:9 (NLT) says:
 ^{9 “}There is a wide-open door for a great work here,
although many oppose me.”

Friends, as we approach another weekend I want you to know that each of us stand in a critical moment in history for the church. The door of opportunity is wide open for us to share the gospel through a variety of methods.

You know the apostle Paul had passion and vision to reach the world with the good news about salvation. As he followed the Spirit’s leading, his determination proved effective. There’s no telling how many lives the Lord transformed through this man. And his influence is still impacting people today. 😀
But think about life back then beloved. That was a big job for a time when there was no mass communication. Paul could only teach, write, or train others to share the truth.
In spite of limited means he obeyed passionately and effectively.

Beloved, God’s command is still relevant for us today. He has given us the work of telling all nations about redemption through Christ’s blood and resurrection. Compared to Paul, we have an abundance of communication capabilities including radio, television, Internet, and cell phones which provide easy access into countries all over the world. We could make more disciples by better utilizing these technologies.

Many of us “like Paul” know that Jesus has instructed His followers to “make disciples of all the nations,” teaching them to observe everything He had commanded (Matt. 28:19). But you know beloved, it’s sad that today there are so many people still ridiculing those of us for being obedient to Jesus’ command by using whatever technical device(s) we are blessed with. It is a greater tragedy to see so many who allow themselves to get so caught up in their carnal affairs and fail to obey His command.

Beloved, as believers, we are obligated to carry out Christ’s Great Commission.
Be careful that neither mockery, busyness nor apathy keep you from obedience.
So this weekend let us all do our part in carrying out this divine mission.

Have a blessed weekend everyone. 😀