Sometimes I need to be reminded that I am not only passionate about community development; not only do I want to see systemic change and justice brought to the world.
There are so many good organizations and NGOs that are working so hard at changing our world for the better, and I do want to be a part of this, don't get me wrong. But the real reason that I am drawn to live missionally is Jesus. The most foundational justification for my temporary living in Thailand is to be a light in the darkness, to love people like Christ loves, and to introduce people to the living God.
If my ultimate motivation is anything other than the salvation of the unsaved, it is not enough.
Pray that I would be aware of this at every second - that I would know that without preaching the Gospel, my life is fruitless.
"without preaching the Gospel, my life is fruitless."
ReplyDeleteAmen and amen, my friend.