All of us are living for something. Some focus on building careers, raising families, or acquiring material success. While those pursuits aren’t wrong, they can easily become distractions from something greater… the mission of God. In the book of Acts, we witness Paul’s radical transformation. After encountering Jesus, he spends the rest of his life proclaiming the gospel. To Paul, God’s grace was so overwhelming that nothing else in life compared to the mission of God.
Finishing the Race with Purpose
Paul’s singular focus was to complete the task God gave him. As he said in Acts 20:24:
“However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me, the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” (NIV)
Paul’s words remind us that every believer has a race to run and a calling to fulfill. The mission of God: sharing His grace and truth with others was Paul’s highest priority. It can be ours, too.
The Mission of God in Everyday Life
Living on mission doesn’t mean abandoning your family or career. In fact, those areas are often the best places to live out the mission of God. We can parent in ways that reflect God’s love and raise children who know Him. We can be bold in sharing faith in the workplace, serve in our communities, and live lives marked by grace and truth.
Are You Living on Mission?
Take a moment to evaluate your life. Where are you spending your time, energy, and focus? Are your goals aligned with the mission of God, or are they mainly focused on personal gain?
It’s never too late to re-align your life with God’s purpose. Every moment is a new opportunity to live on mission. Like Paul, you can point your life toward God’s kingdom, starting today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The mission of God is His plan to redeem and restore the world through Jesus Christ. It includes spreading the gospel and living in a way that reflects His love, truth, and grace.
You can live on mission by sharing your faith, serving others, making disciples, and using your everyday roles, like parenting or your career—to reflect God’s purpose and values.
No. Every believer is called to live out the mission of God wherever they are—at home, at work, and in their community. Mission starts right where you are.
Start by seeking God in prayer and Scripture. Ask Him to reveal areas where you can be more intentional. Begin looking for everyday opportunities to share His love and message.
