Pray & Go: A 30-Day Prayer Journey based on the book by Thom S. Rainer
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Day 27, September 20: Reconciliation and the Great Commission
Scripture: Matthew 28:18-19, Matthew 5:23-24
Notes:
A commission is an order or directive from a higher authority. It can be an assignment given to a group or an individual. Because the commission is given by someone, or some group, in authority, the person carrying out the commission has the same authority. Throughout the history of the church, we have attached the superlative great to this commission from our Lord and Savior. In other words, we see this particular command from Jesus as one of utmost importance. Our obedient response to the Great Commission is an act of worship. We have said yes to the Kings of kings. We are ready to go. Unless . . . We are unreconciled to someone. For those of us desiring to become Great Commission Christians, we are reminded that we cannot serve God well if we have other relationships that need mending. You have done well. You are nearing the end of your thirty-day challenge to become a Great Commission Christian. That is your “sacrifice at the alter.” It is your act of obedience to a holy God. Now, before the thirty days conclude, take time to pray about anyone with whom you are not reconciled. If any faces or names come to mind, ask God to give you a heart or willingness to reach out to that person. You might be able to make a phone call right now. Or perhaps you can start the process with an email or note encouraging this person or noting something good they have done. It’s time to leave your sacrifice at the altar. It’s time to go and be reconciled.
(Pray & Go, by Thom S. Rainer, pgs. 193, 194, 195, 198)