Your Mission

Don’t let problems distract you from your mission from God.

“If you return, then I will restore you—you will stand before Me … I will make you to this people a fortified wall of bronze; and though they fight against you, they will not prevail over you.”—Jeremiah 15:19–20 NASB

Jeremiah felt discouraged, overwhelmed, and beaten down by the threats made against him—all because he was God’s messenger.

Instead of worrying about what other people thought about him, his job was to go where God sent him and speak His words (Jeremiah 1:5–7). The only approval that mattered was from God Himself. He was to be a rock amid people ready to compromise. Others might fight him, but if he stayed faithful, God would deliver him.

People around you may be willing to lie, cheat, or deceive to get their way. They may do anything for pleasure while ignoring the truth. If you stand for God, you might be mocked. You might feel people’s wrath, ridicule, or pressure to conform and compromise. You may even be tempted to turn away from God, to give in, or to be silent about your faith.

Just remember what God told Jeremiah. Don’t be discouraged by temporary problems or distracted by the world. Don’t be surprised if others laugh at, ignore, or reject you. Don’t get caught up in a competition to be popular, and don’t let others shape your beliefs. Rather, renew your desire to gain God’s approval. Stay focused on your assignment!

If others reject you, simply become more determined to please God. Don’t waver. Be steadfast. Let Him sustain you. Obey His Word, not the world’s ways. Resolve to say and do all He’s commanded you to do!

Reflection Question: What assignment has God given you today?