"My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one." John 17:15
Reflection
Jesus didn't just give us a commission to go or a commandment to love—He gave us a calling to collaborate.
In His final prayer, Jesus revealed the heart of His mission: that His followers would work together as one unified body. Jesus has been building a broad collaboration for over 2,000 years—a diverse assembly of believers from every background, race, and culture.
This coalition, the church, stands between the world as it is and the world as it will be. We stand between Christ's resurrection and His return, between those who harm and those who need healing. The enemy has invaded territory that isn't his, bringing death and destruction. But God's response is a united front—His church drawing a line in the sand together.
The threat is too big, the suffering too real, and the task too great for us to work as individuals. We must collaborate. Will you say yes to Jesus' plan? Will you join the Great Collaboration?
Reflection Question
How have you been trying to fulfill God's mission individually rather than collaboratively?
Action Step
Reach out to someone from a different background or church community this week to explore how you might serve together.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for including me in Your great coalition. Help me see beyond my own preferences and comfort zones to embrace the diverse body of believers You've called together. Give me courage to collaborate with others in standing against the enemy and advancing Your kingdom. Amen.
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