G-O!
God is telling you to go. God sees you.
“And how will they preach unless they are commissioned and sent [for that purpose]? Just as it is written and forever remains written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news of good things!” [Is 52:7]” (Romans 10:15 AMP).
This verse sparked a thought tied to a statement I’ve heard from other Christians and pastors. But first, why is Paul saying this? Paul is addressing critical questions: Has God abandoned His promises to Israel? And is salvation truly available to both Jews and Gentiles?
The answer is, of course, no. Paul emphasizes this through an Old Testament reference to Isaiah 52:7, which his audience likely knew by heart. He explains that salvation has always been found in faith, not traditions or religious practices. And this gift of faith in Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of God’s promises to Israel. The “beautiful feet” imagery illustrates that the gospel is a continuation, not a contradiction, of God’s plan.
I love how Paul indirectly challenges the Gentile believers in Rome to actively participate in spreading the gospel. Remember, Jesus sent His apostles but referenced other believers, proclaiming He would be with them to the end of the age. We see this lived out in the bold preaching and evangelism of Stephen, Philip, and the scattered believers in Acts.
This passage reminds me of my time in Afghanistan.
No kidding (normally this is a cuss word for a soldier story)—there I was, trying to spread the gospel in a war zone. I’d been warned by higher-ranking officers not to talk about Jesus. So, channeling my inner toddler, I disobeyed. I started my first little church by inviting soldiers daily through paper signs and word of mouth. I preached, taught, prayed, and—by God’s grace, even in the midst of bullets—baptized!
Then came the criticism. A well-meaning Christian brother back home told me, “You’re not supposed to be a pastor. You can’t do that.” He referenced verses, but I quickly realized he wasn’t the right person to call to testify about all God was doing. It’s not that I don’t wrestle with doubts myself—I’m a recovering overthinker, after all—but this experience and reading left me with a challenge I want to share with you.
The Never Finished Challenge:
GO.
Someone reading this needs to hear those two letters: G-O. You don’t need to have it all figured out. Be honest as you go. But if you’re in Christ, you do have a story to share—about what your life looked like before Him and how everything changed after He took over.
What does today say about God?
He hasn’t hidden Himself so that no one can find Him. He hasn’t orchestrated a plan only a certain type of person can follow or know. Instead, He has invited every nation to come to Him. And not only that—He’s sending people to every nation! What a merciful and loving Father.
As a fellow GO person, if you are reading this, aren't in Christ, and are feeling a tug on your heart, welcome. He’s calling you. He loves you. Thank you, Jesus.
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