In baseball and softball, an assist is awarded to a fielder who touches the ball before a putout is recorded by another fielder. When it comes to the life of a Christian, we too, can have an “assist” in the mission of Jesus. If you think about it, Jesus is an incredible leader. He came to earth, performed miracles, lived a perfect life, engaged in amazing ministry for three years and truly changed the world. Yet, when He went back into Heaven, He left His mission in our hands. In other words, He gave Christians an opportunity to have an “assist” in His mission. Here’s how:

Matthew 28:19-20

“Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Did you see it?

Jesus told Christians to go out and make other Christians! We get to help Him in His mission to change the world! We get to assist Him in spreading the most important news that the World has ever heard - the message that Jesus saves!

Besides telling people about Jesus, what else can we do to get an “assist” in Jesus’ world-changing mission? Listen to this.

Matthew 5:16

“In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.”

I Corinthians 10:31

“...whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

Friends, listen, we can live for Jesus and tell others about Him. When we do, we are assisting Him in His mission to save others and change the world. Choose to get an “assist” today!

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

1. What instructions did Jesus leave His followers to do after He went back to Heaven?

2. How can we assist Jesus in His mission to change the world?

3. How have you competed for the glory of God?

4. How will you continue to do so?