Read 2 Corinthians 5:16–21
We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were
making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s
behalf: Be reconciled to God.
2 Corinthians 5:20
When I was a young pastor, it used to embarrass me somewhat to
make visits and confront people with the claims of Christ. Then it
came to me that I was a privileged person, an ambassador of the King
of Kings! There was nothing to be embarrassed about. In fact, the
people I visited should have been grateful that one of Christ’s ambassadors
came to see them.
God has not declared war on the world; at the cross He declared
peace. But one day, He will declare war; and then it will be too late for
those who have rejected the Savior (2 Thess. 1:3–10). Satan is seeking
to tear everything apart in this world, but Christ and His church
are involved in the ministry of reconciliation, bringing things back
together, and back to God.
Ministry is not easy. If we are to succeed, we must be motivated
by the fear of the Lord, the love of Christ, and the commission that
He has given to us. What a privilege it is to serve Him!
Something to Ponder
In what ways do you consider being an ambassador of Christ a
privilege?