All over the world and many nations, there is one phrase that has been used the most time by many leaders in the Christian domain. That phrase is 'In the world but not of the world' but what does it actually mean?
John 17:14 - 18 (KJV)
I have given them thy word and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil. They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. Sanctify them through thy truth, thy word is truth. As thou has sent me into the world, even so, have I also sent them into the world.
When God sent his son into the world, he sent him into the world with a purpose. He had a purpose and that was to destroy sin and reconcile sons back to the father. The whole time Jesus was here on earth, he fulfilled his purpose, even though he knew would one day go back to the father, that didn't stop him from getting involved in earthly affairs. He healed the sick, raised the dead, raised up leaders, turned water into wine and many more miracles.
The purpose of being sent is to affect the atmosphere into where you have been sent to. It is to deliver a message, to carry out the works of God
If you think of the British Army, there have been numerous occasions where they have been sent to different countries on a mission. That meant being in that region for a long while so they can deal with whatever threat they are facing. Even though they aren't from that country, they have been sent there on a mission. That is exactly like us as Sons of God, we are sent into the world with a purpose. No one gets sent without a purpose, a mission.
At this present moment in time, we are facing an identity crisis. Many sons have lost sight of why God sent them into the world and henceforth, they can't display the dominion and authority instilled in them when they were created. In order for us to carry out our duties, we must understand two things
1- Who has sent you?
2- Why are you here?
In order for us to carry out the works of God, it requires to renew our mind daily, it requires us to remind ourselves of the vision and the purpose God has revealed to us. When we think like the world, it will stop us from being effective but when we begin to think like Christ, we literally have a different perspective on the world and how it operates. When Jesus came to earth, he healed a sick woman on the Sabbath, but when people began to question him, he simply challenged their mindsets and asked why shouldn't he not heal on the Sabbath..............
Jesus spent started his ministry at the age of 30 and by 33 he was done. His purpose was fulfilled and evidently, he was called back to this father's right-hand side. Your age doesn't determine the longevity of your purpose... Can we truly say when we are reunited with the father 'I have finished, it is done'
John 19:30 (NIV) When he had received the drink, Jesus said, "It is finished." With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit
Remember, whilst you are not of the world, you are in the world. Make an impact, fulfil your purpose and leave a legacy.
Be blessed
Ryan
