To the Nations! Part 4

Let me just clue you in. Put all other preconceived notions aside, and understand: You go to the nations for one purpose; to serve. Any other big plans you have in mind, need to take their place somewhere on the list behind priority numero uno, which is serving the people you’ve been sent to reach.

I know what it is to have big vision, and lots of faith for what God wants to do. For any missionary, that vision and faith is essential; it’s what gets you to the mission field in the first place. Once you do reach your destination (the place God has sent you), and you begin to do what God has sent you to do, you must remember that you are there as a servant. This is especially vital if you are in a foreign country. Your job is not to rule and dictate, and create the kind of culture you’re used to. But rather, you are brining the culture and atmosphere of heaven to that place. That is what it means to be a true apostle / sent one. The culture of heaven as displayed in the life of Christ is service, and that is the virtue which must cloak everything you do.

You should have lots in your heart for the place God has sent you; God will deposit that vision in your spirit as you seek Him. Just remember, everything you accomplish for God should be accomplished with an attitude and heart of service for people. After all, that is what a minister truly is; a servant. When ministers go to the nations, take the form of servants, and begin to serve the people they’ve been sent to reach, they will make a lasting impact among the people.