This Is Us Part 6: Missional Living

Mission is more than an event, program, or trip; it’s a way of life.

When Jesus was asked to identify the Greatest Commandment, He called His followers to love both God and neighbor (Matthew 22.37-40).  Jesus “did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many (Mark 10.45).”  As His disciples we emulate His model of servant leadership.  Whenever we do something for someone, it’s as if we are doing it for Jesus (Matthew 25.31-46).  Every believer is equipped with at least one spiritual gift, and called and empowered to serve in God's mission to the world (1st Peter 4.10).  Our service isn’t simply service for service sake; it’s service intended to glorify God, invite people into a relationship with Jesus, and build up the body of Christ.  When we serve in such ways, “our deeds match our creeds,” and we prove that Jesus was and is right when He said that, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another (John 13.35).”