Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you. Before you were born, I set you apart for my holy purpose. I appointed you to be a prophet to the nations. (Jeremiah 1:5, NLT)
On this past Sunday, we had a robing ceremony for Reverend Richard Griffiths (our local church's newest ordained elder). As our other elders spoke words of congratulations and encouragement, a particular theme emerged: You are a prophet to the nations.
The directive to be a prophetic voice in the world is not only for Pastor Richard: it is for all of us who claim to be ambassadors of Jesus Christ. An interesting point about ambassadors is that they do not speak from their own initiative: rather, they speak the words, opinions, and intentions of the nation they represent. As citizens of the kingdom of God, we are called to share the way of God with the world. As Second Corinthians 5:20 says, "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."
Are you an ambassador?
Lord, whenever we speak, please help us to represent You and Your kingdom authentically.
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