Read 2 Corinthians 5:16–21
Today’s Scripture: 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?