What Does the Bible Say About Mission?
God consistently calls His people to take His salvation to every corner of the earth, empowering them with His Spirit to be His witnesses wherever they are.
Scripture on Mission
Matthew 28:19-20
New Testament
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
Isaiah 49:6
Old Testament
"It is too small a thing for you to be my servant to restore the tribes of Jacob and bring back those of Israel I have kept. I will also make you a light for the Gentiles, that my salvation may reach to the ends of the earth."
Acts 1:8
New Testament
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
Psalm 67:2-3
Old Testament
"May your ways be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. May the peoples praise you, God; may all the peoples praise you."
Romans 10:14-15
New Testament
"How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: 'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!'"
The Bottom Line
Mission isn't optional—it's the heartbeat of God for a lost world that He loves desperately.
Try Today
Tell one person about what Jesus has done in your life, whether across the street or across an ocean.
Prayer
Jesus taught us to pray for workers in His harvest field (Matthew 9:38).
Father, You desire that none should perish but that all should come to repentance. Break my heart for the lost and open my eyes to see the mission field around me. Give me boldness to speak Your truth and wisdom to know when and how. Use me as Your ambassador wherever You place me today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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