10th June 2025

The Mission Field

Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations . . .  

 Matthew 28:19

Today's Bible Reading:  Acts 13:42-48.

Christian missions are unique in the aggressive movements of history. Christianity in its pure form has no “axe to grind,” no system to foster, and no profit motivation. Its job is simply to “seek and to save that which is lost” (Luke 19:10). Nothing more, nothing less. The words “apostle” and “missionary” mean the same thing: “One who is sent.” The word apostle is from the Greek; and the word missionary is from the Latin.

The New Testament is a book of missions. The Gospel accounts tell us about the Lord Jesus and of His missionary accomplishments, and the Acts tell of the missionary endeavours of the apostles. The disciples were sent into the world by the power of the resurrection of the Lord, and the Gospel made its impact upon the world’s people. Peter went to Lydda, Joppa, Antioch, Babylon, and Asia Minor. John went to Samaria, Ephesus, and to the cities on the Mediterranean. Thomas journeyed to far away India. Paul, the peer of all early missionaries, used the roads Rome had built to take the Gospel through the Empire. Today, the need for missions and missionaries is greater than ever before! The world is shrinking in size but expanding in population. We live in a world of conflicting, confusing beliefs! We live in a world of complex problems! But, more important, we live in a world of dire spiritual need. Every Christian should be a missionary sharing their faith with their friends, neighbours and family members, and we can a pray for those serving the Lord on the mission field and give to support the Lord's work. Are you doing your bit?

Prayer: Father, help me to be a light in this world of darkness, ready for each opportunity to share Your love with those whose spiritual needs are great. In Christ's name. Amen.