Just Go!

Today’s Reading:  Mark 6:7-13

What clear and precise instructions Jesus gave his disciples.  Something we need to follow today.  Instructions that is simple, honest, and to the point.  I just think that we let so much junk get in the way of simply speaking the truth.  We think we have to have this in place and that in place that we have to be rehearsed and versed before we witness to anyone.  Our witness is what Jesus did for us and we should have no problem telling that.  Think about it, first of all Jesus sent them out in groups of two, he knew they would need a friend, a companion to share this journey with.  Then he said don’t worry about what you will need on this journey, just go, go and tell everyone about me, show them this love that I have given you.  We are no different; he is telling us to do the same.  He told them and he is telling us to quit worrying about having everything in order, when we step out and do his will he will provide us with what we need---he is just asking us to trust him.  When we accepted Christ we were called for this very purpose, just as he gave them authority over evil spirits, we have that same authority through the Holy Spirit that resides within us.  Our situation may be different, the time period may be different, but the calling has always been the same.  To me he is also saying don’t rush a good thing when he tells them to stay in the house that you are welcome in until you leave that town.  Jesus is not a quick fix that will disappear in a few days; He will remain with you until the end, so when we tell people this we have to show them this too.  How?  Not being rushed when we talk to them or when they talk to us.  Listening, truly listening, to people makes a huge impact on them.  I think I have mentioned this quote before, but it is so true…’people do not care how much you know, they only want to know how much you care.’  Jesus also let the disciples know that not everyone will be willing to listen, not everyone will welcome you in, but that’s alright as long as you tried, as long as you fulfilled the calling that Jesus has placed within you then you have did your job.  We have to remember as we witness to people that it is not our job to save them, but to tell them about the man who can, Jesus Christ.