How can we help spread God's "way" and "salvation" to all nations today? A Song with a Global Vision – Psalm 67:2 “that Your way may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations.” What “Your Way” Signifies • God’s character and righteous standards (Psalm 25:8–10) • His revealed truth in Scripture—unchanging, trustworthy, sufficient (Psalm 119:105) • The path of reconciliation that leads to life in Christ (John 14:6) What “Your Salvation” Embraces • Deliverance from sin’s penalty through the finished work of Jesus (Isaiah 53:5; 1 Peter 2:24) • Present transformation by the Holy Spirit (Titus 2:11–14) • Future rescue from wrath and entrance into eternal glory (Romans 5:9; Revelation 21:3–4) Why the Nations Matter to God • Promised in the covenant with Abraham—“all the families of the earth will be blessed” (Genesis 12:3) • Foretold by the prophets—“a light for the nations” (Isaiah 49:6) • Commissioned by Christ—“make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19) • Celebrated in eternity—“a great multitude from every nation” (Revelation 7:9) Practical Ways to Spread His Way and Salvation Today 1. Personal Witness • Speak naturally of the Lord’s goodness in daily conversations (Psalm 40:10). • Live a life that adorns the gospel with integrity and compassion (Matthew 5:16). 2. Biblical Hospitality • Open your home and table to neighbors, internationals, students, refugees (Romans 12:13). • Share meals, listen to stories, bridge cultures with Christ-centered love. 3. Intentional Prayer • Pray for unreached people groups by name (Colossians 4:2–4). • Intercede for local and global laborers to proclaim the Word boldly (Luke 10:2; Ephesians 6:19). 4. Generous Giving • Support faithful missionaries, Bible translators, church planters (Philippians 4:15–17). • Invest in relief efforts that accompany the gospel with tangible mercy (James 2:15–16). 5. Strategic Going • Short-term trips to serve alongside long-term teams (Acts 13:2–3). • Vocational placement or retirement years spent in underserved regions (Isaiah 6:8). 6. Disciple-Making at Home • Train children and new believers to treasure Scripture and share it (Deuteronomy 6:6–9; 2 Timothy 2:2). • Multiply small groups that study the Bible and reach out together. 7. Advocacy for Bible Translation • Promote access to Scripture in every heart language (Psalm 119:130). • Partner with ministries that equip locals to translate and distribute. Motivations to Persevere • God’s glory demands proclamation—His fame is too great to keep private (Psalm 96:3). • Christ’s love compels us—He died for all, therefore we live for Him (2 Corinthians 5:14–15). • The Spirit empowers—fruitful witness flows from His enabling presence (Acts 1:8). • The harvest is assured—every tribe and tongue will one day worship the Lamb (Revelation 5:9–10). Living Out Psalm 67:2 Delight in God’s way. Proclaim His salvation. Trust the unbreakable promise that He will gather the nations, using ordinary believers who simply say yes to His global invitation. |
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