Are We Reaching Those With the Greatest Need?

"But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law who belonged to their sect complained to his disciples, 'Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and 'sinners'?' Jesus answered them, 'It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.'" (Luke 5:30-32)

As we make many decisions every day them, we are instinctively deciding based on a number of  factors. “What is safest?” “What will benefit me and my family?” “What does God want me to do?”

How often do we ask, “Will this decision bring me in contact with those in need?” It's not likely to be one of our top questions. That’s because the answer will lead to uncomfortable situations where we will be confronted with great sin and even greater need.

Jesus was confronted by the good church people of His day when He was spotted at a home with some questionable people. Their sins were public and easy to list, and the onlookers wondered why Jesus would waste His time with them. Jesus simply stated His priorities—to reach out to those in greatest need.

As we consider the outreach opportunities in front of us, this answer from Jesus is one way to decide how He might use His voice and hands through us. Are we reaching those who truly need spiritual help? Are we looking for the lost, or are we simply serving those who are easy to be around?

How can you use your gifts for God’s glory?

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Special Gift

Please prayerfully consider making a special gift to Asia International Mission’s general fund so that we can continue strong as we serve the "least of these" around the world.

You can do that via credit card by clicking here:  

Or by mailing a check to AIM, P.O. Box 1597, Stillwater, OK 74076. Thanks so much!

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Prayer Requests

Pray for Christian witness in countries with limited religious freedom.

Pray for Hindus to come into contact with Christians who can answer their questions and doubts with good news.

Pray that the CROSS of Christ will inspire many to step out to serve the Lord keeping in mind that no sacrifice is too great to offer to our loving God.

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