Last Wednesday Julie shared thoughts from a recent sermon given by our pastor, Charles Wilbanks. The title of the sermon was “For the Transformation of the World.” Pastor Charles reminded us that our mission as a church is to “make disciples for the transformation of the world.”

Your first reaction to that statement may be wow, what a overwhelming and daunting task! However, Pastor Charles reminded us we can transform the world, one person at a time.

In Matthew, when Jesus appeared to the disciples after His resurrection, He charged them when the Great Commission:

“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.””
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭28:18-20‬ ‭NIV‬‬

As Christians and disciples of Christ, you and I are also charged with the same Great Commission. Looking out at the vast world, our charge is hefty, but not impossible. When we normally refer to someone as a missionary, we automatically think of someone who is serving across the world. Not everyone is called to travel far and wide to make disciples. Your mission field may not be overseas. Your mission field may be the field you cross every day!

In the same sermon preached by Charles Wilbanks, he asked “How do you live out the Good News?” On this Water Walking Wednesday, I ask you the same question. How are you living out the Good News? How are you sharing Jesus with those you come in contact with daily? Are you sharing with those around you all Christ has done for you?

On this Water Walking Wednesday, take some time to intentionally reflect on what Christ has done for you. Look not only for the big, obvious blessings, but also the small blessings. Look for those times Jesus was a Way Maker, making a way in impossible situations. Look for God winks and confirmations that God has sent your way. Look for miracles that have occurred in and for you. Make a list so the presence of God in your life is fresh on your mind. Then step out into the world today and walk on water. Be ready to share with someone in the field you cross some of the things Christ has done for you. Pastor Charles said, “By doing so, we can transform the world, one person at a time!”