THE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN LIVING PART 1: WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL — UNDERSTANDING THE CHRISTIAN CURRICULUM

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THE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN LIVING PART 1: WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL — UNDERSTANDING THE CHRISTIAN CURRICULUM Ephesians 4:1 (NLT) “Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God.” Imagine a student gaining admission into a school. On the first day, the student receives a prospectus. The prospectus explains the courses, the rules, the expectations, and the standard of conduct required of every student. Admission is important, but admission alone does not make the student successful. The student must learn. The student must attend classes, complete assignments, sit for examinations, receive correction, and demonstrate what has been taught. The Christian life works in much the same way. When we receive Christ, we enter the School of Christian Living. Our classroom is not limited to the church building. There is a classroom at home. There is a classroom at school. There is a classroom at the office. There is a classroom ...
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PARTNERING WITH THE LORD OF THE HARVEST PART 6: GO! I AM SENDING YOU

PARTNERING WITH THE LORD OF THE HARVEST 

PART 6: GO! I AM SENDING YOU 


Luke 10:3a 

"Go! I am sending you..."


Key Thought: True partnership with the Lord of the harvest moves from prayer into obedience.

In Part 5, we saw how Jesus commanded His disciples to pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers. Prayer was shown to be the first step in partnering with God’s mission, aligning our hearts with His purposes.


Scripture Focus

Luke 10:3a says: "Go! I am sending you..."

Immediately after instructing the disciples to pray, Jesus issued a command for them to go. This reveals that prayer is not meant to replace action but to prepare and empower it.


The Meaning of the Command "Go"

The word "Go" is a call to movement, initiative, and obedience. It implies leaving comfort zones, familiar routines, and personal security in order to carry out God’s assignment.

When Jesus said, "I am sending you," He made it clear that the mission was not self-appointed. The disciples were acting under divine authority and direction.


What This Teaches About Partnering with the Lord of the Harvest

1. Partnership requires responsiveness. It is not enough to agree with God’s mission in theory; true partnership requires stepping out in obedience.

2. Those who pray must be ready to go. The disciples were told to pray for workers and then became the very workers they prayed for. This shows that God often answers prayer by sending the one who is praying.

3. Being sent provides confidence and authority. The disciples were not acting on their own initiative. They were sent by the Lord, which meant they carried His backing and representation.


Practical Application Today

In today’s context, going may not always mean traveling to distant lands. It can mean:

starting conversations about faith

reaching out to someone in need

serving in a ministry or community effort

using digital platforms to share truth and encouragement


The key issue is not distance but obedience. Wherever God directs, that place becomes part of the harvest field.


Reflection Questions

Am I willing to act on what I have been praying about?

What step of obedience is God asking me to take right now?


Scripture Preview

Luke 10:3b: "...like lambs among wolves."

his next phrase reveals that obedience does not remove danger or opposition, but God prepares His workers for the realities of the mission field.


Prayer

Lord, thank You for inviting me to be part of Your mission. Give me the courage to obey when You say, "Go." Help me to move beyond hesitation and to trust that when You send me, You also go with me. Strengthen my faith and guide my steps as I respond to Your call. In Jesus’ name, Amen.


Next Part Preview

In Part 7, we will explore what Jesus meant when He said He was sending His disciples "like lambs among wolves," and how believers today can remain faithful and courageous in the face of opposition.

God is speaking, are you listening?



Prince Julius Nenebi-Darkson 

(EL-PJ God's penman)

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