Representing the King as Ambassadors
It is imperative that we have a clear understanding of ourselves as ambassadors of Christ and representatives of His Kingdom. It will relieve a lot of self-imposed pressure from our lives. Being an ambassador of Christ is a privilege, but it also comes with tremendous responsibilities.
They are:
A. Speaking the Words of the King
B. Being concerned with only the interests of the King.
C. Speaking only on behalf of His government
D. Maintaining connection and communication with the King.
E. Carrying out the policies established by the King.
Focus Point: Being Clear Concerning the Power of Our Position
Keep this in mind: although our call is to be ambassadors of the King of the universe, it might seem to be somewhat overwhelming, the pressure of that responsibility is eased when we realize that all we have to concern ourselves with is speaking the Words of our King. Remember, Jesus followed that course without exception, which is why He was so successful in His earthly ministry and example. Jesus made this statement:
Constitutional Scripture: John 8:28 Then Jesus said to them, "When you lift up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am He, and that I do nothing of Myself; but as My Father taught Me, I speak these things."
Jesus also made this statement:
Constitutional Scripture: John 5:17 & 19 But Jesus answered them, "My Father has been working until now; and I have been working. Then Jesus answered and said to them, "Most assuredly I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He the Father do; for whatever He does, the son also does in like manner."
Focus Point: Remember, as ambassadors of Christ, we should only be concerned with the interests of our King. Everything that we say or do should reflect His desires and purpose. Our personal opinion does not matter. In this world and its human diplomacy, an ambassador never shares his opinion. It is completely improper for an ambassador to express his personal opinion while acting in his official capacity as the representative and voice of his government.
Focus Point: An ambassador who strays across the line in to the territory of personal opinion risks jeopardizing his nation's reputation and possibly even its security and sets himself up for possible censure and recall.
Remember, An ambassador who understands his role will simply communicate the position of his government, regardless of his private views. It is no different in the Kingdom of God. As ambassadors of our King, our opinion doesn't matter and it isn't important. And I will add, that your opinion should never be mentioned. The only opinion that matters is that of the King, (meaning the Word of God). This is why we should study it. How can you quote something you never heard or worse, you don't know?
Please note: Often as Believers we run into trouble, because, having been raised in a democracy we are too accustomed to giving our own opinions. Sometimes we even confuse our opinions with that of the King and end up misrepresenting Him by presenting our thoughts and ideas as His opinion, thus creating great confusion in the church and in the world. Just as it is in today's world..
Keep in mind, opinions are like rear ends (everyone has one ) but God's Word was from the beginning.
John 1: 1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God. And the word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him, nothing was made that was made.
He is the eternal Word
~~W.R. Luchie
www.kingdomcitizens.org
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They are:
A. Speaking the Words of the King
B. Being concerned with only the interests of the King.
C. Speaking only on behalf of His government
D. Maintaining connection and communication with the King.
E. Carrying out the policies established by the King.
Focus Point: Being Clear Concerning the Power of Our Position
Keep this in mind: although our call is to be ambassadors of the King of the universe, it might seem to be somewhat overwhelming, the pressure of that responsibility is eased when we realize that all we have to concern ourselves with is speaking the Words of our King. Remember, Jesus followed that course without exception, which is why He was so successful in His earthly ministry and example. Jesus made this statement:
Constitutional Scripture: John 8:28 Then Jesus said to them, "When you lift up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am He, and that I do nothing of Myself; but as My Father taught Me, I speak these things."
Jesus also made this statement:
Constitutional Scripture: John 5:17 & 19 But Jesus answered them, "My Father has been working until now; and I have been working. Then Jesus answered and said to them, "Most assuredly I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He the Father do; for whatever He does, the son also does in like manner."
Focus Point: Remember, as ambassadors of Christ, we should only be concerned with the interests of our King. Everything that we say or do should reflect His desires and purpose. Our personal opinion does not matter. In this world and its human diplomacy, an ambassador never shares his opinion. It is completely improper for an ambassador to express his personal opinion while acting in his official capacity as the representative and voice of his government.
Focus Point: An ambassador who strays across the line in to the territory of personal opinion risks jeopardizing his nation's reputation and possibly even its security and sets himself up for possible censure and recall.
Remember, An ambassador who understands his role will simply communicate the position of his government, regardless of his private views. It is no different in the Kingdom of God. As ambassadors of our King, our opinion doesn't matter and it isn't important. And I will add, that your opinion should never be mentioned. The only opinion that matters is that of the King, (meaning the Word of God). This is why we should study it. How can you quote something you never heard or worse, you don't know?
Please note: Often as Believers we run into trouble, because, having been raised in a democracy we are too accustomed to giving our own opinions. Sometimes we even confuse our opinions with that of the King and end up misrepresenting Him by presenting our thoughts and ideas as His opinion, thus creating great confusion in the church and in the world. Just as it is in today's world..
Keep in mind, opinions are like rear ends (everyone has one ) but God's Word was from the beginning.
John 1: 1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God. And the word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him, nothing was made that was made.
He is the eternal Word
~~W.R. Luchie
www.kingdomcitizens.org
This article may only be reproduced, in print or on the internet, if the author's name and website address are included at the end of the article as originally placed. Thank you
