On Mission Together

Catch up on our latest message from our Sunday Gatherings

Today, we revisited a powerful message from a few weeks ago, one that challenges us to ponder what keeps us from living out our mission and what it truly means to be on mission. 

Often, we convince ourselves that mission is too difficult and that we lack the time for it. But if we truly grasp the essence of mission and what it means to be on mission, are these excuses valid?  Our Lord Jesus Himself instructed us to embark on a mission, to share the good news of the gospel with the world. It can feel daunting because we sometimes attempt to go it alone, yet Jesus reminds us in Scripture (Luke 10:1 and Mark 6:7) that we are meant to embark on this mission together, creating lasting endurance.

So, here's a question to ponder: Who are you on mission with? 

Remember the words from Titus 3:4-7 (NLT): "But—When God our Saviour revealed his kindness and love, he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life."

It is Christ's love and what He has done for us that drives us toward mission.

Furthermore, 2 Corinthians 5:14 (NLT) reminds us: "Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all, we also believe that we have all died to our old life."

Let Christ's love guide and motivate our mission.

In Romans 12:1-5 (NLT), we read: "Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect."

Let us not underestimate our importance. We are all part of the body of Christ, each with a unique role and function. We are many parts of one body, belonging to each other.

Our personal missions may differ, but we are all part of the mission to collaborate with God in His redemptive plan. We are called to be people on mission together, not individuals on mission alone.  Let us remember what Christ has done for us and join together in fulfilling our mission. We are one body, and together, we can impact the world with God's love and grace.

Weekly podcast from Myrtle House Community Church

Speaker: Martin O’Brien

Date: Sunday 3rd September 2023