Today is a good day to reflect on the missions shaping your life, and your world. Every innovation, system, or platform you rely on is the fruit of someone, somewhere, that’s committed to a mission. For example, the Watching the World devotional reaches you because of Meta’s mission to connect people. Google’s mission to organize the world’s knowledge makes it easy for you to find information in seconds. Missions define what is possible. Now, think about your own life. What mission are you running? What impact are you making? God has placed you here to build, influence, and solve problems. The world is shaped by those who pursue a mission.
Now, think about your soul. Reflect and consider the truth that the state of your soul today is the result of all the missions that have influenced you over the years. Think about the pastors, teachers, and mentors whose missions have helped build your faith and character. Consider the books, media, and ideas that have shaped your worldview. Some missions bring wisdom, order, and growth, while others spread confusion and destruction. Can you recognize the positive missions guiding you toward purpose? Can you also identify the negative ones leading many toward chaos? The missions we follow determine the direction of our lives.
As a watchman over your world, you must be intentional about the voices and influences you allow in. Jesus said in Matthew 16:19 that whatever you permit on earth will be permitted in heaven, and whatever you forbid will be forbidden. This means you have the power to permit or reject the missions shaping your environment. Prayerfully align yourself with missions that advance God’s kingdom and resist those that lead people astray. The world is constantly being shaped by different agendas—make sure you stand for the right one. Be vigilant, be prayerful, and be committed to your God-given mission.
