Preacher: Shepherd Joseph Pembamoto
As believers, we are aware of the Love of God in Christ, through whom He reconciled us to Himself (John 3:16). We discover each day that the foundation of our salvation in Christ is a testament of God’s Goodness as we live out our faith. Understanding the gravity of this blessed assurance, we are compelled to respond to the invitation of Christ in John 14:15 by portraying His Character to a world in need of the substance found only in Him, the “True Vine” (2 Corinthians 5:14; John 15:1 & 5).
In the different gifts we have each received from God, He has also established us in spheres of influence, whether it is in our families, in our friendships, at school, work, or in our communities. Called to be ambassadors of Christ, the kingdom of heaven backs us up in the infinite might and wisdom of the Holy Spirit (2 Corinthians 5; Matthew 28:17–18). Only through the Spirit of God can we be legitimate representatives of the kingdom, upholding the values and cultures of heaven here on earth (Romans 8:14-16; 1 Corinthians 2:11-12).
How humbling to know that God overlooked our brokenness and imperfections. He did not consider the angels—His messengers—as more qualified for the task; He instead crowned us in glory and honour (Hebrews 2:7-8). God has not called us to be perfect; He only seeks our availability and willingness. Our infirmities are opportunities for His power to be displayed and for His character to be fully expressed.
Likewise, we were not called to win arguments but to reconcile hearts with the Father in Heaven by demonstrating the Fruit of fellowship with Christ (Galatians 5:22). Joseph excelled in every sphere of influence—even in prison—reminding us that we are the Light of the World because God is the Father of lights (James 1:17). His nature of excellence also transpires in us, if we are willing to believe.
The story of Joseph also teaches us to commit to pleasing God, whether the master is present or not (2 Corinthians 5:9 NKJV). Even when unfair treatments may result from decisions made while prioritizing the Kingdom of Heaven (Genesis 39:7–30), God remains faithful in taking care of all who honour Him (Matthew 6:33).
To be a responsible ambassador of Christ is to seize every opportunity to portray the Love of God in its varied expressions to a world seeking the Savior, Jesus Christ. To be in true with the Holy Spirit and the hearts He seek to heal, to bless an encounter with a gentle and considerate speech, whether in love or in prayer, to stand in the gap of our families and communities, not for our sake, but in the commitment to bring precious souls back to Jesus Christ—such is what a kingdom representative rejoices in.
