A couple of weeks ago we were in II Corinthians 5, looking at the well-known verses, 17 and 21. But let's not forget the verses between them:
18 All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; 19 that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. 20 Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.
We are ambassadors. How many people get to be ambassadors? Not many. Often, we picture someone in a dark sport coat with an emblem or sash or some other recognizable dress to indicate their position. As ambassadors for Christ, we should also stick out in a crowd as distinct and special. We are responsible to represent our Leader, Christ, well. Our job demands a lot of tact and respect towards those to whom we have been sent, seeking to develop and maintain a good relationship between them and our Leader. We need to remember how patient and gracious, yet honest, he was with us. We must be able to explain to them well the covenant relationship He seeks and help them see every reason to accept His offer of peace and security. Being His ambassadors is a great privilege and responsibility. Let us go out today to whomever He sends us and represent Him will.
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