The Bigger Picture

When I first learned to drive, my dad gave me some great advice, "Never lose sight of the bigger picture." He trained me to constantly monitor what was happening on my left and right, in my rear-view mirror, and as far down the road as I could see.Over the years, I've realized that Dad's words apply not just to driving a car, but to other areas of life as well.

Jesus had similar advice when He spoke to His disciples about their role in the world. "...open your eyes and look at the fields!" (John 4:35) In other words, one of the first priorities for every follower of Christ is to cultivate a global perspective.

When my wife and I are taking walks, or I'm riding my bicycle, I sometimes catch myself looking down at the ground in front of me. I keep reminding myself to look up and take in my surroundings. It's a far more inspiring view. Life is too short to spend it staring at the ground.

Many believers don't take time to appreciate the grand sweep of God's redemptive plan in the scriptures and how God has uniquely prepared them to participate. When we lift our eyes, our hearts will be touched by the immensity of the harvest task, the scarcity of workers, and the spiritual readiness of many to embrace the good news.

"Never lose sight of the bigger picture." Through the years, Dad's advice has protected me from danger and distraction. And each time I lift my eyes, I am changed. I see things I never noticed before. The picture gets clearer, and my life takes on more meaning. My passion to connect "those who know" with "those who don't" grows.

How about you? Have you lifted your eyes lately?


During the month of May 2011, I and our ministry partner from India will be traveling around Maryland, Virginia, and surrounding states. We would love to meet you and speak to your church, youth group or home group. Email us at aimisson@hotmail.com to schedule a date and time to hear how God is doing a mighty  work in India.

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Prayer Points:
Pray that God will continue to work mightily in the land of India
That God will provide staff members for US office:
        Donor Development Director
        Children's Ministry Coordinator
        Short Term Missions Coordinator
        Multimedia & Communications Director
Pray for God's grace day by day. Satan is working overtime to discourage us, and
to prevent the vital work of this and other ministries working in India

Pray for the Adi Kshatriya of India

Population: Unknown
World Popl: Unknown
Main Language: Telugu                           
Main Religion: Hinduism
Bible: Complete
Status: Least-Reached
Christ-Followers: Few, less than 2%

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