Mission: an assignment or task to be carried out
We are on a serious mission -- to get back to
our savior. On this mission we are and will continue to be given commands. It's so incredibly important that we don't turn to the left or
to the right - instead we must remain focused.
That's not to say that we don't or won't make mistakes (an error arising from human weakness). Sometimes these mistakes are a result of misunderstood motives, misjudged appearances, and misplaced trust. These things happen, so it's imperative that we stay focused. Proverbs 14:12 tells us, "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death."
That's not to say that we don't or won't make mistakes (an error arising from human weakness). Sometimes these mistakes are a result of misunderstood motives, misjudged appearances, and misplaced trust. These things happen, so it's imperative that we stay focused. Proverbs 14:12 tells us, "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death."
Let's take the military for instance - when a soldier is sent out
on a mission, he or she has been sufficiently trained, and they don't allow
themselves to become distracted. Distraction from their main focus could cause
them their life. They are always watching and waiting for the right moment to
carry out their assignment. The Lord has also equipped (or trained) us. Ephesians 1:3 declares,
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ."
He equips us with His word, His spirit, and the power to
pray. Our mission is to get His word first for ourselves so that we may be a
witness unto His people. We are commanded to go and teach and preach the word
and also to help others. We must remember the Lord did not save us just so that we
could live comfortably, happily, and self-centered. No, we have a mission! We have
a mission given to us by the ultimate Commander-in-Chief and that's to take His message of
salvation into the enemy camp. We must never forget that we are on an assignment and we cannot let ourselves get caught up in the cares of this life. When we do, we become easy prey for the enemy, which results in mission failure.
Jesus fulfilled His assignment when He came to earth to
do God's will; to save sinners, to bring everlasting righteousness, and to destroy
Satan's works. Now it's up to each of us to complete our assignment. Our Commander-in-Chief loves each of us to the point that He died for you and me!
With all that said, let the Church say Amen… and AMEN!!
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