Until Everyone Has Heard

He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation.” (Mark 16:15 NIV)

When you read the commission in Mark there is no question what Jesus is telling us to do. We are to “preach the good news.” What is that news? It is clear from the context that the good news is that Jesus rose from the dead. He is alive. His death on the cross fully paid the penalty for sins and he has conquered death itself.

It is not enough to just share the news with our friends and family. Jesus instructs us to share it with “all creation.” That has enormous implications. Our job is not done until the good news has been told to people from every language and ethnic group. It requires us to be proactive in taking the message to people who have never heard.

What we call “Missions” here at New Covenant is our obedient response to Jesus’ command. It is our intentional strategy to see that all of creation hears the good news of Jesus Christ. Your participation in this is not an optional activity. God calls every one of us to do our part. Just as you can be a part of prayer, care, and share here in Cedar Rapids, you can do the same for missions work around the world. Take time to get to know one of our missionary families. Pray regularly for them. Show your care through an email, letter, or phone call. Financially support their ministry by giving each week to our general fund (which pays the support for our missionaries) and giving to the short term teams. Finally, prayerfully consider going on a short term trip or going as a long term missionary.

Our commission is not yet done. Your participation is still needed. Please contact me if you would like more ideas concerning how you can make a difference.