Written by REVELATIONS FOR TODAY by Pastor Michael Obata
2 Corinthians 5:18 – New King James Version (NKJV)
18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation,
GOD has reconciled us to Himself, no longer imputing our sins against us (2 Corinthians 5:19). In Christ Jesus, GOD gave us HIS righteousness. We now have eternal life. Glory to GOD! It does not end there, but GOD has given us the ministry of reconciliation to go into the world telling those who do not know the great manifold of HIS love in Christ Jesus.
Our primary duty as Christians is to proclaim the excellencies of GOD who called us out of darkness into his marvellous light (1 Peter 2:9). The most important thing to GOD is HIS children; that is why HE sent CHRIST JESUS, HIS only begotten son, to die and reconcile us back to Himself. We are co-workers with God, and as such, we have been given the ministry of reconciliation. This ministry of reconciliation is what is commonly referred to as the Great Commission. This is the responsibility of every Christian; it is not a choice, and it is not optional. Our duty is clearly described in the scriptures according to Mark 16:15-18 “And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature 16 ……… 17 And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; 18 ….; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.” This scripture makes us understand that the great commission is a lot more than preaching the gospel. It involves the continuation of the work CHRIST did while on this earth. As Christians, we are to go about doing good, proclaiming, exclaiming, declaring the praises, wonderful deeds, the virtues, the perfections, the righteousness, the glory, the power, the love of the Father Almighty. Let your desire be for the glory, power and majesty of the Lord to flood the earth. CHRIST JESUS said, “As the FATHER sent me, so I send you” (John 20:17). Do not be Christians who are afraid to declare their identity. Do not be Christians only in church. CHRIST said if you deny me, I will deny you before the FATHER. You are the light and salt of the earth, one born to fix situations, and make your sphere of influence know and see the impact of GOD through you (Matthew 5:13-16).
Today, make that decision to be more than just a Christian in church – Be a minister of reconciliation. Study the scriptures and do your best to present yourself to GOD approved, a workman [tested by trial] who has no reason to be ashamed, accurately handling and skilfully teaching the word of truth (2 Timothy 2:15). This way you will save yourself and those around you. GOD wants to be glorified in your life, and this starts with your obedience to HIS commands. Walk in this consciousness and your success will be true, eternal and your name will not cease from the lips of generations. Most importantly, they will recognise CHRIST in you, and nations shall come to your light, kings to your glory. And they will say indeed this one is CHRIST-LIKE.
Scripture meditation
2 Corinthians 5:17-21; Mark 16:14-20; Matthew 28:16-20; & Ephesians 2:10.
Prayer
Righteous FATHER, thank you for bringing me out of darkness into your marvellous light and putting your HOLY SPIRIT in me as a guarantee for achieving your purpose for my life as a minister of reconciliation. I know my success is eternal, and I make a great impact in this generation and beyond. In JESUS’ NAME. Amen!
Confession
I am a tree of righteousness spreading the love and power of GOD in all the earth!