Mission Forward
Ryan Reed
Part of MVMNT

“Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God!” – William Carey

“Multitudes sit at ease and give themselves no concern about the far greater part of their fellow sinners, who to this day, are lost in ignorance and idolatry.” – William Carey

“…to bring people to faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and an experience of the abundant life that only He can provide.”

“Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God!”

Millions of people throughout India and the Indonesian region can either trace their faith lineage or read the Scriptures in their native language because of William Carey’s obedience to the calling that Christ placed upon him.

“This is indeed the valley of the shadow of death to me. But I rejoice that I am here, notwithstanding; and God is here, who not only can have compassion, but is able to save to the uttermost.” – William Carey, after the death of his 5 year-old son

What is driving your life?

Jesus calls us to move with Him to:
• Go to the people, for the people
• Act as a servant leader
• Overcome sin
• Embody Christ’s salvation in your life
• Lead with character and humility
• Live free and sober-minded
• Admit your need
• Take time-outs to rest with Jesus
• Show and tell the good news
• And, stay aware of your emotional health

God moved to the

, for the people in .

We model the characteristics of people on the move with Jesus through:
• Determination
• Care
• Faith
• Love
• Brotherhood

bring friends to .

Jesus moved on when the mounted and the heat was turned up.

“They were on their way up to Jerusalem, with Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while those who followed were afraid. Again he took the Twelve aside and told them what was going to happen to him. ‘We are going up to Jerusalem,’ he said, ‘and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and the teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles, who will mock him and spit on him, flog him and kill him. Three days later he will rise.’” —MARK 10:32-34

“They were on their way up to Jerusalem, with Jesus leading the way…”

“You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.” —MARK 1:11

This is a picture of Jesus ascending to His throne where He will be given a crown – but his throne is a cross and his crown is piercing thorns.

“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” —1 CORINTHIANS 1:18

Nothing caused Jesus to think twice about his steadfast commitment to the white-hot mission of salvation that drove his vision.

“Let one of us sit at your right and the other at your left in your glory.” —MARK 10:37

The kind of kingdom that Jesus was ushering into the world was one founded on servant

, not .

“As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city [Jericho], a blind man, Bartimaeus (which means ‘son of Timaeus’), was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, ‘Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!’ Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, ‘Son of David, have mercy on me!’ Jesus stopped and said, ‘Call him.’ So they called to the blind man, ‘Cheer up! On your feet! He’s calling you.’ Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus. ‘What do you want me to do for you?’ Jesus asked him. The blind man said, ‘Rabbi, I want to see.’ ‘Go,’ said Jesus, ‘your faith has healed you.’ Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.” —MARK 10:46-52

“In that day the deaf will hear words read from a book, and the blind will see through the gloom and darkness.” —ISAIAH 29:18

As Jesus followers, the events surrounding Palm Sunday force us to address what

our . Is it our pride and desire for worldly power, or is it our desire to truly ‘see’ Jesus and receive his power for ?

“Rejoice, O people of Zion! Shout in triumph, O people of Jerusalem! Look, your king is coming to you. He is righteous and victorious, yet he is humble, riding on a donkey—riding on a donkey’s colt.” —ZECHARIAH 9:9

Jesus offered his

as a pleasing and holy sin sacrifice to satisfy the that we deserve.

“For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” —HEBREWS 12:2

How might we help others

and the one who endured the cross for the joy of their salvation? Who have you invited?

Move with Jesus by living on the EDGE:
1. Evangelism: sharing the good news.
2. Discipleship: learning his way
3. Generosity: offering our time, talents, and treasure
4. Empowerment: leading others to find and follow Jesus

A vision for how the Church ought to live as EDGERS, taking bold risks to advance God’s kingdom:
• Accountability
• Relationship
• Courage
• Joy
• Enthusiasm

“Welcome her in the Lord as one who is worthy of honor among God’s people.” —ROMANS 16:2

“…spur one another on toward love and good deeds!” —HEBREWS 10:24

The church is not a social club. It is the living hands and feet of Jesus – alive and active in the world with an opponent who is seeking to “…steal, kill, and destroy.” —JOHN 10:10

“A scared world needs a fearless church!” – A.W. Tozer

We have the greatest

in the world and follow a leader who has already won the , so we have nothing to fear.

Open your eyes to…
• See Jesus on the move and join him there.
• See others in the way Jesus sees them.
• See what areas of your life need Jesus’ healing touch.
• God’s Word. Study it, memorize it, take it to heart.

Lay down your cloak, offer Jesus your life, and receive his Spirit alive in you!

Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God!