A firmly rooted, perseverant faith lies at the heart of every missionary. It’s a MUST. True, we are able to know and hear wonderful promises in Scripture such as, “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen (Eph. 3:20).” Yet there are many times in missions service where things aren’t moving in the direction hoped, or a situation is way more difficult to handle than anticipated, or the building that a missionary feels is perfect for their church is sold out from under them. All of these things and a myriad of others must be entrusted to a sovereign God who knows exactly what He’s doing (Ps. 115:3).
What if a missionary is discipling someone and they begin to backslide, or don’t understand or want to understand what they should, this far into their life of faith? That can be discouraging. But it is also an opportunity for perseverance to take form in a missionary’s life. God’s timing is perfect, His will is certain, His plans are put into motion at the power of His voice. May we pray that our missionaries persevere in any and all circumstances with bold and expectant faith for the Lord to act.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that You do everything according to Your will. Thank You that You have perfect plans in motion that are never upended. I pray for (Your Missionary) to have a strong, perseverant faith when things don’t always make sense. When things get rocky or tough I pray that (Your Missionary) relies completely on You and Your Word to sustain them. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ I pray, Amen!
