Daily Devotion

“There are 16 cities in this vast region, yet not a single mission station. ... This is the current reality of Northwest China. Dear brothers and sisters, let us do our part to take the gospel to the ends of the earth!”

Eckren · Eckren

Scripture

Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.

Reflection

Seeing the vast expanse of Northwest China and the many towns that had yet to hear the gospel, Eckren issued a passionate call to carry the good news to the ends of the earth. Today, do we also see those around us who have yet to know the Lord? Evangelism is not merely the mission of faraway missionaries; it is the calling of every Christian. The Lord has not promised that this path would be easy, but He has promised the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. May we not shrink back in our weakness, nor remain silent in the face of difficulties. Starting right where we are, let us witness to Christ in love and action, so that more may hear the gospel and come to know our Savior.