We weren't aware of the desperate need for Jesus in so many parts of the world.
We were comfortable with our lives.
but God... made us uncomfortable.
We weren't the kind of people that leave everything behind and move half way across the world.
but God... showed us that He can use anyone for His purpose.
We once said we aren't smart enough for this.
but God... chose to call us anyway.
We once said we were too old to start on this journey.
but God... is showing us that the experiences and lessons we've learned in life will be important parts of how we minister in the future.
We once said we can't.
but God... said GO.**
We once were sinners, destined for two deaths: physical, and spiritual.
but God... sent His only Son, to live a sinless life on earth, to die a sinner's death, so that we can have eternal life and so we can have a relationship with Him! And what's more, Jesus conquered death, came back from the grave and is with the Father today.
We once were a mess. In fact, we still are.
but God... forgives and leads. He does not hold grudges. He lovingly disciplines. He does not give up on us
God is bigger than anything we can face. Bigger than any sin. Bigger than any obstacle. Way bigger than any excuse we can create for not going.
God is sovereign. God is in control. And He deserves all glory and praise for the journey our family is about embarking on.
**GO. Jesus gave this command to all Christians. For us, the GO means to Europe. If you are a Christian, I encourage you ask God to reveal to you where your GO is. It might be joining a local congregation. It might mean increased involvement in efforts within your home church. It might be involvement in sharing Jesus around your community (a nursing home or after-school program, an ESOL program at a church, or volunteering somewhere like your state's Baptist Children's Home). Maybe it's going on a local or U.S. mission trip. Maybe He wants you to join a team that's doing a short-term trip overseas. Maybe He wants you to sell all and GO. Pray and ask Him to use you.
If you are not a Christian, but would like to learn more or ask any questions, please email us at zjdove522@gmail.com.
but God... opened our eyes and our hearts. He showed us that people are simply not hearing the name of Jesus, that they are not being reached with the Gospel. (See Proverbs 24:11-12)
We were comfortable with our lives.
but God... made us uncomfortable.
We weren't the kind of people that leave everything behind and move half way across the world.
but God... showed us that He can use anyone for His purpose.
We once said we aren't smart enough for this.
but God... chose to call us anyway.
We once said we were too old to start on this journey.
but God... is showing us that the experiences and lessons we've learned in life will be important parts of how we minister in the future.
We once said we can't.
but God... said GO.**
We once were sinners, destined for two deaths: physical, and spiritual.
but God... sent His only Son, to live a sinless life on earth, to die a sinner's death, so that we can have eternal life and so we can have a relationship with Him! And what's more, Jesus conquered death, came back from the grave and is with the Father today.
We once were a mess. In fact, we still are.
but God... forgives and leads. He does not hold grudges. He lovingly disciplines. He does not give up on us
God is bigger than anything we can face. Bigger than any sin. Bigger than any obstacle. Way bigger than any excuse we can create for not going.
God is sovereign. God is in control. And He deserves all glory and praise for the journey our family is about embarking on.
**GO. Jesus gave this command to all Christians. For us, the GO means to Europe. If you are a Christian, I encourage you ask God to reveal to you where your GO is. It might be joining a local congregation. It might mean increased involvement in efforts within your home church. It might be involvement in sharing Jesus around your community (a nursing home or after-school program, an ESOL program at a church, or volunteering somewhere like your state's Baptist Children's Home). Maybe it's going on a local or U.S. mission trip. Maybe He wants you to join a team that's doing a short-term trip overseas. Maybe He wants you to sell all and GO. Pray and ask Him to use you.
If you are not a Christian, but would like to learn more or ask any questions, please email us at zjdove522@gmail.com.
"GO therefore and make disciples of all nations,
baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.
baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.
And behold, I am with you always to the end of the age.”
Matthew 28:19 -20
2 comments:
I was really excited when I found out that your destination was Norway. It's obviously quite developed (and liberal), and therefore so often overlooked. I think it's pretty exciting!
Awesome post! Thank you so much for sharing so openly and obeying God when He told you to GO.
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