“For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.” (Ephesians 6:20)
An ambassador is a respected official representing a nation, sent to a foreign land to reflect the sovereign body that empowered them. They embody the voice of their country and its leader, armed with firsthand knowledge and informed insights from their nation’s leaders. This ongoing communication equips them to speak with confidence and conviction, instilling trust in those they represent.
The Apostle Paul likens his calling to that of an ambassador, urging Christians to embrace this role for Christ. At the core of Paul’s message lies the gospel of reconciliation: “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect.” (1 Corinthians 1:17) In his opening scripture, Paul speaks of being an ambassador in bonds, proclaiming boldly as he ought. Ambassadors are compassionate about the things of the nations they represent. Their major focus is to ensure that there is progress for their nation and the nationals. (2 Corinthians 5:20) In the same way, we should seek the progress of those that the Lord brings to us. In the case of Jesus, he mentioned that those that the Lord gives to him are for him and emphasized being the custodian of such people (John 6:37). This should be the mindset of every child of God.
We, too, must communicate with boldness, using words that reveal the power of the One who sends us. “If any man speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man ministers, let him do it as of the ability God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion forever and ever. Amen.” (1 Peter 4:11) Constant communication with God strengthens our resolve to provide His children with the truth. We will not compromise on this truth, for we represent the Kingdom of God alone. Every true child of God seeks divine knowledge and speaks with unwavering confidence and fearlessness. (Ephesians 1:17)
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26 January, 2025
Communicate with the authority and compassion of Christ.
“For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.” (Ephesians 6:20)
An ambassador is a respected official representing a nation, sent to a foreign land to reflect the sovereign body that empowered them. They embody the voice of their country and its leader, armed with firsthand knowledge and informed insights from their nation’s leaders. This ongoing communication equips them to speak with confidence and conviction, instilling trust in those they represent.
The Apostle Paul likens his calling to that of an ambassador, urging Christians to embrace this role for Christ. At the core of Paul’s message lies the gospel of reconciliation: “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect.” (1 Corinthians 1:17) In his opening scripture, Paul speaks of being an ambassador in bonds, proclaiming boldly as he ought. Ambassadors are compassionate about the things of the nations they represent. Their major focus is to ensure that there is progress for their nation and the nationals. (2 Corinthians 5:20) In the same way, we should seek the progress of those that the Lord brings to us. In the case of Jesus, he mentioned that those that the Lord gives to him are for him and emphasized being the custodian of such people (John 6:37). This should be the mindset of every child of God.
We, too, must communicate with boldness, using words that reveal the power of the One who sends us. “If any man speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man ministers, let him do it as of the ability God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion forever and ever. Amen.” (1 Peter 4:11) Constant communication with God strengthens our resolve to provide His children with the truth. We will not compromise on this truth, for we represent the Kingdom of God alone. Every true child of God seeks divine knowledge and speaks with unwavering confidence and fearlessness. (Ephesians 1:17)
