Before Jesus ascends, he leaves his disciples with one command and one promise: stay and wait for power. In this message based on Acts 1: 1-8. I will share a few reflections on how we can become the kind of people through whom the world can witness the love of Jesus. 1. Dying to your 'self' 2. Obedient to the word of God 3. Acknowledge the power of the Holy Spirit.

Before Jesus ascends, he leaves his disciples with one command and one promise: stay and wait for power. In this message based on Acts 1: 1-8. I will share a few reflections on how we can become the kind of people through whom the world can witness the love of Jesus. 1. Dying to your 'self' 2. Obedient to the word of God 3. Acknowledge the power of the Holy Spirit.

Before Jesus ascends, he leaves his disciples with one command and one promise: stay and wait for power. In this message based on Acts 1: 1-8, a few reflections will be shared on how we can become the kind of people through whom the world can witness the love of Jesus.

Before Jesus ascends, he leaves his disciples with one command and one promise: stay and wait for power. In this message based on Acts 1: 1-8, a few reflections will be shared on how we can become the kind of people through whom the world can witness the love of Jesus.

Let us look at this familiar passage again to see Jesus' mandate for His church. Specifically, we will look at the purpose, power and promise given by Jesus to enable His church to bring people of all nations to worship Him. What purpose are you living for? Whose power are you relying on? What promises do you trust in?

Let us look at this familiar passage again to see Jesus' mandate for His church. Specifically, we will look at the purpose, power and promise given by Jesus to enable His church to bring people of all nations to worship Him. What purpose are you living for? Whose power are you relying on? What promises do you trust in?

The Calling to missions is not reserved for a select few—it flows from the very heart of God and is extended to every follower of Jesus. From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals Himself as a missionary God, pursuing humanity and inviting His Church to join in His redemptive plan (Missio Dei). In the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19–20), Jesus commands all believers to “go and make disciples of all nations,” making missions not optional but central to our identity and purpose as the Church. And this calling begins with God’s initiative, not human ambition. Throughout Scripture, God calls His people—Abraham to bless the nations, Moses to deliver His people, the prophets to speak truth, and ultimately Jesus as the perfect missionary. In the same way, believers are called to go—whether across the world or across the street—living as witnesses of Christ. While some are called to specific ministries like missions or church planting, every believer shares the same purpose: to make Jesus known through both word and action. And Lastly, the purpose of missions is to glorify God by reaching those who have not yet encountered the gospel. Missions bridge this gap through proclamation and demonstration, meeting both spiritual and physical needs. At the same time, missions transform the messenger, cultivating dependence on God and shifting hearts from self-centered living to kingdom-centered living. Despite modern challenges, the mission remains urgent: to proclaim God’s name, live in obedience, and pursue eternal impact for His glory.

The Calling to missions is not reserved for a select few—it flows from the very heart of God and is extended to every follower of Jesus. From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals Himself as a missionary God, pursuing humanity and inviting His Church to join in His redemptive plan (Missio Dei). In the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19–20), Jesus commands all believers to “go and make disciples of all nations,” making missions not optional but central to our identity and purpose as the Church. And this calling begins with God’s initiative, not human ambition. Throughout Scripture, God calls His people—Abraham to bless the nations, Moses to deliver His people, the prophets to speak truth, and ultimately Jesus as the perfect missionary. In the same way, believers are called to go—whether across the world or across the street—living as witnesses of Christ. While some are called to specific ministries like missions or church planting, every believer shares the same purpose: to make Jesus known through both word and action. And Lastly, the purpose of missions is to glorify God by reaching those who have not yet encountered the gospel. Missions bridge this gap through proclamation and demonstration, meeting both spiritual and physical needs. At the same time, missions transform the messenger, cultivating dependence on God and shifting hearts from self-centered living to kingdom-centered living. Despite modern challenges, the mission remains urgent: to proclaim God’s name, live in obedience, and pursue eternal impact for His glory.

Missions begins with our surrender. When we surrender our plans, our comfort, and ultimately ourselves to God. Like the church in Antioch, we learn to listen to the Holy Spirit, submit to godly leadership, and make ourselves available for whatever God calls us to do.

Missions begins with our surrender. When we surrender our plans, our comfort, and ultimately ourselves to God. Like the church in Antioch, we learn to listen to the Holy Spirit, submit to godly leadership, and make ourselves available for whatever God calls us to do.