On Mission

Many of you may already know this confession about me, but I am a crier.  Honestly, if anyone within a half-mile radius of me begins to shed tears, I "catch" it.  I just can't let someone cry alone- that is just what friends do- we weep buckets together and keep the tissues handy.  To be honest, nothing drives me to tears faster than seeing God alive and active in the lives of His people.  Those moments are so precious, tender, and unique to each person that I easily become overwhelmed by the intensity of His great love for us.  This weekend, we had the privilege of witnessing the baptism of our niece as well as the commissioning of her entire family as they prepare for the next journey God has led them to.... London.  Their life-story of how God has brought them to this point is incredible and I strongly encourage you to journey along with them at Gordon Family Blog. 

Needless to say.... I thought I was prepared for the tears that would fall..... but, I wasn't- not in the least bit.  The weekend began by Reagan's father reading a blessing over his children and grandchildren on Friday night followed by much discussion about what God was teaching and revealing to each of us as families.  Now, this is not uncommon when we all get together, but it was so awesome to realize that He was teaching us much of the same lessons!  The next day we watched and worshiped as Leah, our niece, was baptized following her realization that she wanted to accept the gift of life and help that Jesus offers each of us.  At the family creek, we sang and praised our Savior and then her father, Carl, had the privilege of baptizing her. You know so often we say that we are giving our life to Jesus, but the reality is that He gave His life for us and continues to give us life daily! 

Then, on Sunday, we commissioned them as they make the final preparations for London.  Slowly the tears began to fall and then increased with such furry that I thought they would never stop.  To be totally honest, there is sadness.  Sadness over the changes that are coming and how the family dynamic will be different.  Change stirs fear and there is pain in the moments that we will no longer spend together.  Yet, so much of the tears were out of joy as well- they are choosing to live a life trusting and serving our limitless God.  I can only imagine the mountains that they will see moved as well as lives healed during the next several years as He uses them to meet people where they are.  They have laid down their nets and are following Him wherever He calls them.... and that is BEAUTIFUL! 

Yet, He has the same calling for us all!  If you live as the Redeemed of Christ, then we are to live "missional" lives.  To often, we put discipleship and missions into different categories, but they go hand in hand.  You cannot have one without the other to truly grow and mature in your faith!  We are to live out our faith, searching desperately for what God has for us, and in obedience to His revelations and teaching.  By doing so, others will notice and recognize the difference in us... that is a life lived on mission. It may not be London.... or Africa.... or China.... but, wherever you are is the starting place for your mission field.  It may never expand beyond your city, state or nation, but if you live a life on mission, lives will be changed!  Never underestimate what our God can do with you! Our Father didn't call us based on our merit or abilities.  He called us based on what He can do through us.  Regardless, we ARE called!!!

My friend, what is God calling you to do?  Do you want to see a limitless God working in your life to bless and change others?  Never doubt His purpose for you- it is rich with possibilities because we serve the King of Kings!  There are no limits to His resources, but to truly "see" all that He can do will often take us to the end of ourselves first.  What is holding you back?

Praying for you all my sweet friends- let us live lives of impact and on mission for our precious Savior!  Blessings!