When we think about missions, our minds often drift to faraway places—jungles, villages, or bustling megacities where people have never heard the name of Jesus. While there is certainly a place for international missions, the Great Commission isn’t just a call to go overseas; it’s a command to make disciples wherever we are (Matthew 28:16-20). The truth is, you don’t have to cross an ocean to be on mission; you can start right in your own neighborhood. Every follower of Jesus is called to share the gospel, and there are opportunities to do so all around us. 

Why should we be on mission in our own communities? 

For starters, Jesus called us to make disciples of all nations, not just other nations (Matthew 28:19-20). We are called to make disciples wherever we are, not just on special occasions. The Great Commission applies just as much to those in our daily lives as it does to those who live far away. Similarly, Psalm 96:3 commands us to “Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples” (emphasis added). 

There are plenty of people in our own communities in the United States who do not know Christ–even in the Bible Belt of America! While recent research suggests that the decline in Americans who identify themselves as Christians is leveling off, far fewer Americans claim to be born-again Christians in present-day America than decades ago.¹

For this reason, our own country is a mission field, just like any country we may travel to for mission trips. As Jesus gave His well-known Sermon on the Mount, He spoke about proclaiming the gospel wherever we are. 

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.

–Matthew 5:14-16

God placed you where you are for a purpose. He can use you every day for His purposes, no matter whether you’re at work, at the gym, at a restaurant or anywhere else in your daily life!

How to live on mission without leaving your zip code

Now that we understand why God calls us to live on mission, how do we do that?  

Be intentional in everyday conversations. 

Sharing the gospel doesn’t have to be a big production. It can–and should–be something we weave into the regular conversations in our lives. Simply look for natural ways to bring up your own faith in daily interactions. What has Jesus done in your life? 1 Peter 3:15 tells us we should always be prepared to give a reason for the hope that we have. That hope is Jesus, and we should desire to share that living hope with those in our lives! Be prepared to learn about the people God puts in your daily path. Showing genuine interest in others and asking questions to find common ground can easily open the door to gospel conversations. 

Use acts of service to encourage conversations. 

Serving your community with love is in line with the Bible’s teachings. The Bible certainly encourages good works as an overflow of our gratitude for our salvation (Ephesians 2:10; Titus 3:8; 1 Timothy 6:17-18) and as a companion to our faith (James 2:14-16). Additionally, Jesus commends those who feed the hungry, welcome strangers, and help the poor (Matthew 25:31-39). 

Most communities have a wealth of charities and other organizations that are always looking for volunteers. Often times, meeting physical, tangible needs others have is a way to build a relationship and begin sharing the gospel. 

Invest in real relationships. 

The Bible clearly commands us all throughout Scripture  to love our neighbor (Mark 12:30-31, Leviticus 19:18, Galatians 5:14). Our Creator made us to be relational, and we are naturally drawn to those who show love and care for us. A quote often attributed to Theodore Rooosevelt goes like this, “Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” A real, authentic relationship allows you the privilege of speaking into someone’s life. Developing intentional relationships can happen a variety of ways:

• Be a good neighbor. Get to know those who live around you. How can you serve or pray for those you live closest to?
  • Do you know the names of the neighbors who live on all sides of you? If so, do you know anything else about them? How will getting to know your neighbors on a deeper level change and steer your conversations with them? 
  • What skills do you have to offer your neighbors? Could you help the nearby widow with yard work? The middle school boy with his jump shot? The high school girl with algebra homework? The young parents with babysitting? 
  • How can you create opportunities to be in conversation with your neighbors? Do they all hang out at the neighborhood pool at a certain time in the Summers? Can you invite them over for dinner? Could you start a neighborhood group that goes for evening walks? 
• Identify the people you see regularly when you’re away from home. How can you build those relationships and begin to introduce Jesus into your natural conversations? If you spend all of your time somewhere you’re surrounded by mature believers, where can you carve out time to go spend time to intentionally interact with people who are not mature believers?
  • Could you sit in the bleachers instead of in your car during your daughter’s practice in order to build relationships with the other parents?
  • When you’re at a restaurant for your lunch break, could you ask the server how you can pray for him when you’re thanking God for your meal before you eat? 
  • Is the same cashier always working when you grocery shop? How can you build familiarity and steer that conversation toward things of eternal significance? 
  • Does your barber know Jesus? What about your manicurist? Your chiropractor? 
• Offer to disciple new believers to help them grow in their faith. Discipleship is relational! It’s not just about teaching, but about doing life together God’s way.  God gave you your testimony not to keep to yourself, but to use as you help others learn to navigate real life with real faith. 

Pray for opportunities and courage.

Sharing the gospel in natural conversation as we go throughout the day is something that takes practice. Make a habit to pray continually (1 Thessalonians 5:17) as you go about your day. Pray for the people in your daily path. Pray for your own courage and boldness. Colossians 4:2-6 sets forth an example that we should pray for God to open doors for us to share the gospel with others and that we should speak graciously when those opportunities arise. As you pray for God to open your eyes to the opportunities around you, you should remind yourself to rest in His power for courage. Don’t overcomplicate it! God’s open doors often require us to step into conversations that may feel awkward at first. With practice and prayer, gospel conversations will become a natural part of your life as you allow the Holy Spirit to speak through you.

Your mission field is here.

Being on mission isn’t about geography, but about a willing heart. God has placed us each in this place and time for a purpose. Being on mission at home doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does require intentionality and obedience. This week, take one step toward sharing the gospel in your zip code. It can be as simple as serving a neighbor, starting a conversation, or engaging someone you usually walk by without acknowledging. 

How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”

–Romans 10:14-15

We are a people riddled with idolatry, even as Bible-believing Christians. Idolatry isn’t just about worshipping large golden statues like we read about in the Bible; it is  anything that takes priority over God in our lives. When we allow these things to take root, we begin to compromise our faith. In God's Word, there is an undeniable connection between idolatry and immorality. When we compromise belief, we compromise behavior. No one is exempt from this idea of idolatry. It is worth being aware of the fact that you can be faithful one day and unfaithful the next. We deceive ourselves into thinking that our moments of obedience will cancel out the times we knowingly gratify worldly desires. We compromise and allow ourselves to give into our idolatry. What, then, are specific ways we compromise? Could idolatry be quietly compromising your faith? Here are five ways it might be happening without you even realizing it.

1. Spiritual Compromise - With Him

When you’re not with Him, you struggle to follow Him. Spiritual compromise may look like sacrificing time with the Lord for something else. We must intentionally set aside time to be with Him, reading His Word daily, seeking His presence above all else. This is why Jesus calls us to abide in Him, to remain in Him (John 15:4). God longs for intimacy with Him to be our life source.

2. Scriptural Compromise - His Word

Compromising on God’s Word opens the door to deception and deconstructed faith. When we pick and choose what to obey, we risk shaping our beliefs around convenience rather than truth. We cannot grow in Christ while neglecting the very Word meant to transform us and renew our minds (Romans 12:2). Instead, let us stand firm in His truth, allowing all of Scripture to nourish our souls and guide our lives. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 says, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.”

3. Social Compromise - His Way

Social compromise does not require us to abandon God's command to love our neighbors, but it does call us to stand firm in the truth of His Word. As believers, we are called to love others unconditionally (Matthew 22:39). However, loving someone does not mean compromising on what is true. We must always stand on the Gospel, speaking the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). While we show love and grace, we must never compromise on the Word of God in order to fit into the social standards of today. Let our actions reflect His truth, not the ways of the world.

4. Selfish Compromise - His Wisdom

We have become a people so full– full of stuff in our lives– that we are often left with little to no margin to be with the Lord and serve Him. We fill our lives with so much, leaving little room for the one thing that matters most. God has called us to honor and serve Him every day in all that we do, yet we often forget or compromise for temporary things. Matthew 6:33 says, “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”

5. Secret Compromise - His Will

You can serve faithfully, attend small group, show up for Sunday services, and read your Bible, but still be living in hidden sin. We often make quiet compromises in the areas we think no one notices. But the Lord sees everything (Psalm 139); He knows the secret compromises we make. It's time to stop hiding and actively choose to eliminate those secret compromises. We will never be completely free from sin or struggle while on this earth, but we can fight to stop compromising in our faith. God's will should be evident in every part of our lives, both publicly and privately. Let your faith be on display in your life, no matter where you are or who is watching.

When two individuals fall in love, their hearts are full and their lives feel brighter. They’re filled with excitement, purpose, and a burning passion to walk through life together. Now, imagine that same kind of love for God—vibrant, alive, and ready to take on any challenge, fueled by the fire of your love for Him and His presence.

Over time, life dims that initial excitement. Busy schedules distract us. Homework causes us to forget. Chores pile up at home. The kids’ activities take over our calendars. Work becomes a priority in our minds. But, do you remember the love you felt for Christ when He first saved you? Have you nurtured and fostered that love, or have you gotten saved and gotten over it?

In Revelation 2:1-7, the Apostle John writes to the Church in Ephesus about what they were missing. You see– the Church in Ephesus wasn’t lazy. They were faithful to Truth, and they were vibrant with belief (Revelation 2:2-3). So, what could they be missing? God used the Apostle John to write this:

“But I have this against you, 

that you have abandoned the love you had at first.”

- Revelation 2:4

The Ephesians appeared to do everything right in believing and remaining faithful to the Truth, but they had neglected the love they once had for Christ above all else. This isn’t just a message for the Ephesians back in their day, but even more applicable for us today. You do all of the godly things– go to church, serve, read your Bible– but love has to be what drives all that you do for His name.

Here are 4 ways you can Return to the Love You Had at First:

1. The Discipline to Remember (Revelation 2:5a)

We can enjoy the blessings of God and forget the Blesser who is God. It requires discipline to remember how lost you were when the Lord saved you. In this part of the verse, John challenges the Church in Ephesus to remember, specifically, from where they had fallen. Where had you fallen before Jesus picked you up and gave you life in Him? Discipline your mind, heart, and soul to meditate on how Jesus transformed your life completely. Psalm 143:5 says, “I remember the days of old; I meditate on all that you have done; I ponder the work of your hands.” Remember the moment you first encountered His grace, and the loving sacrifice Jesus gave on your behalf. Never get over how He transformed your life.

2. The Decision to Repent (Revelation 2:5b)

There is a clear call in Revelation 2:5b to repent. The biblical version of love– walking in love, with Love Himself (1 John 4:16)– is a decision you have to make. But in this passage, we are called to repent. Repentance is turning away from sin. Turn away from walking through another day, forgetting the magnitude of how Jesus saved you. Jude 20-21 says this:

But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life.

Refuse to be like the Church in Ephesus– vibrant with belief yet they had forgotten their love for Christ. Be determined to walk in love in your faith. Stand firm and refuse to walk with the Lord without love. 

3. The Diligence to Return (Revelation 2:5c)

Be diligent to return back to the basics of what you know– the basics of the Gospel. Jesus came, lived, died, and resurrected for the remission of our sin (Luke 24:46-47). There are 6 practical ways that you can actively go back to how you walked with God when He first saved you. 

1. Be with Him.
2. Dwell on the Gospel.
3. Personally worship.
4. Be with new believers.
5. Bless others with love.
6. Guard your eyes and mind from worldly things. 

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.

- Philippians 4:8-9

4. The Danger of Removal (Revelation 2:5d)

There is a danger of removal with a love that is abandoned. In the last part of verse 5, the lampstand represents a thriving, living church that stands before the Lord. A church risks this removal when it solely focuses on perfecting systems, processes, programs, and principles, and neglects truly loving Him and loving one another. Any church that misses or leaves behind the love of God and His people risks the removal from God’s presence, power and blessing.

Return to the exciting and overwhelming love that you had when you got saved. Remember your first love, and let that love drive all that you do for His name and His glory.

Missions isn’t just for seasoned believers, Bible scholars, or full-time church staff—it’s for everyone! Being on mission doesn’t mean you have to move overseas or quit your day job. Every Christian believer is called to be a missionary.

No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, what you do for a living, or how much you know about The Bible, you can play a part in declaring what God has done! 

The best news is that God’s Word speaks to some of our most pressing objections and fears of sharing the gospel. Check out these common roadblocks to missions and what The Bible has to say about overcoming them.  

Roadblock: Uncertainty

Uncertainty can paralyze us if we let it. Sharing the gospel at home and abroad comes with many uncertainties. This is where our faith comes in. 

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.

–Hebrews 11:1

Hebrews 11 gives one of the greatest lists in Scripture of ordinary people who stepped out on faith. This list includes some of the awe-inspiring heroes of The Bible. It’s easy to forget that these people were just like people today–full of uncertainties and objections; however, they put their “yes” on the table for God, and He used them to do great things for His Kingdom. 

God’s commands to us do not always come with a clear roadmap that shows us all of the stops along the way. However, He promises us that, if we trust Him, He will guide our paths (Proverbs 3:5-6). 

Roadblock: Fear of Mistakes/Failure

Wise leaders often put it like this: If you think you can mess up the gospel, then you’re giving yourself too much credit. The same God who created a plan of salvation through Jesus is the same God who made you. He knows all of your strengths and all of your weaknesses, yet He still called His people to go and tell. 

Moses originally questioned God’s plan to use him, claiming he spoke “with faltering lips” (Exodus 6:30). He got over that initial fear and intimidation and went on to be used greatly by God to lead the Israelites out of captivity. 

When God asked Gideon to fight the Midianites, Gideon did not think he was strong enough. He said, “Behold, my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father's house” (Judges 6:15). Gideon went on to lead the Israelites to victory with only 300 men. 

When God called Jeremiah to be a prophet, he objected, telling God, “Ah, Lord God! Behold, I do not know how to speak, for I am only a youth” (Jeremiah 1:6). Despite his initial fears, God used Jeremiah’s obedience to deliver His messages in the face of great opposition. 

If you wait until you have all the answers, then you’ll never share the gospel. It is more attractive to someone when you show humility and a willingness to research and answer for them than it is when you show off all of your Bible knowledge in one conversation. Your relationship with Jesus, personal experience and willingness to build relationships is what matters most. 

Roadblock: Fear of Rejection

We all want to be liked. We want to be comfortable and to fit in. However, God calls us to be like Jesus. And Jesus’s mission was to do the will of His father (John 6:38). His Father’s mission was not comfort, but often led to uncomfortable situations. 

When Jesus returned to His hometown of Nazareth to preach the gospel, He was not received well. Nevertheless, He continued on with His Father’s Will, despite the rejection (Luke 4:16-30). 

He was despised and rejected by men,

a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief;

and as one from whom men hide their faces

he was despised, and we esteemed him not.

–Isaiah 53:3

Even our Savior was not able to please everyone. That should be freeing for us as we realize we, too, cannot please everyone. Building relationships certainly earns us favor with others, but we cannot always rely on becoming someone’s best friend before we are willing to share the gospel.

As we go about our Father’s mission, we can do so knowing that each person with whom we share the gospel is made in God’s image (Genesis 1:27) and worthy of hearing the message of salvation…regardless of how that makes them feel about us . 

Roadblock: Using Works instead of Words

The Bible certainly encourages good works as an overflow of our gratitude for our salvation (Ephesians 2:10; Titus 3:8; 1 Timothy 6:17-18). We know that God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7) and that He commends those who feed the hungry, welcome strangers, and help the poor (Matthew 25:31-39). 

Having a servant’s heart is biblical. However, we must be careful not to let our willingness to give and serve become an excuse not to go and tell. It is true that our overall actions speak to our character. Our character gives our witness credibility. But we cannot rely on our actions to be the only way we share the gospel. 

Romans 10:13-17 gives a beautiful picture of how the gospel gets from believers to those who need to hear its message. The bottom line is this: “faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17). 

If our desire is to see people come to know Jesus, we must put the gospel into words.

The Discipline of Evangelism

Just like any other Christian discipline, sharing the gospel is an area that requires practice and training. It’s something that we become more comfortable with as we practice it more. 
2 Corinthians 12:9-10 reminds us that we do not have to rely on our own strength, knowledge, or direction, because we can rest in God’s power. All He needs is our willingness and obedience.

1 Corinthians 1:18-25

“When the existence of God is rejected, watch mankind’s descent into all kinds of foolish, irrational thought.” - D.J. Horton

Wisdom. What should seem like a pretty straight-forward concept continues to become more cloudy day by day. 

It should be easy to discern what is wise from what is foolish. It should be easy to identify what is true and what is not. However, with an ever-changing world and society, the idea of wisdom or truth seems to change with the seasons. The next crisis or hot topic issue seems to determine what is wise and what is foolish. We get lost in the world’s wisdom and stray from wisdom found in the Lord.

The Wisdom of the World

We hear catchphrases like “go with your gut,” “that’s true for you, but not for me,” or “claim your truth,” suggesting that we can somehow create our own ethical or moral system and call it “wisdom.” When we say these things, we have, in essence, positioned ourselves as the authority. We give ourselves the license to permit what is right or wrong according to standards we create or impose. But in reality, that is the furthest thing from the truth. By positioning ourselves with such authority, we are not proving our brilliance. We are proving how truly lost we can be. When Christ is not at the center of our lives, we rely on our own wisdom and authority. We become lost without Christ! 

We have given into the ways of the world, suggesting that we are the experts. We have made ourselves the authority. We tend to rely on our own experiences to acquire wisdom, or we gain wisdom from those around us. At the end of it all, we rely on the wrong source for wisdom. We think we are on God’s level, being able to determine what goes and what doesn’t. 

Our self-adopted or constructed wisdoms are broken, because WE are broken. We all have sinned and, when left to ourselves, fall short of God’s Glory (Romans 3:23). We all have bought into the lies of the world, deceiving ourselves (Jeremiah 17:9). 

Wisdom we create will not stand the test of time. It will change many times over and eventually spoil and fade.

We long for consistency. Amidst chaos, despair, shame, suffering and death, everyone would be fooling themselves if they didn’t want some form of wisdom and truth that’s consistent. 

The Wisdom of God

“The Scripture teaches us that the wisdom of God is so much deeper, richer, and more satisfying than anything this world can offer.” - D.J. Horton

But for those who follow Christ, there is hope. Hope to have wisdom. James says it this way:

“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” 

- James 1:5

God does not desire to leave His children without hope. He desires for His children to walk in wisdom daily. He does not desire that they would be left to their own devices which, in the end, are foolish. But, because He is good, He always provides a way. God has provided a source of wisdom for us in an ever-changing world. The source of everlasting and perfect wisdom: God’s Word. 

God’s Word:

• Is active and is applicable for all kinds of circumstances and situations (2 Timothy 3:16-17). 
• Has always existed (John 1:1) and always will exist (Isaiah 40:8). 
• Has been given to us so that we may have an intimate, personal relationship with Him (John 17:3) and that we would tell of who He is and what He has done (Matthew 28:18-20). 

And at the epicenter of God’s Word is Jesus Christ and the cross. All of Scripture alludes to Him, the central character in the story of God and man. He holds all of creation together, ruling over it and standing in the gap between God and man (Colossians 1:15-23). 

Some would say they do not understand how something this “simple” can contain such wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:20-23). Some would even call it foolish. But to those who follow Christ, it means everything (1 Corinthians 1:30). The cross is the gateway to everything you and I would ever need (2 Peter 1:3). 

The cross is where God’s mercy toward humanity intersected with His justice on a sinful and wicked world. The Cross is where the grace of God was met with the punishment for sin being poured out on His Son. 

It’s this intersection, the cross, that is wise. This is what will stand after the test of time. This is what bridges the gap between God and man that was created by sin. This is what gives us the gift of eternal life, the gift that won’t spoil or fade (1 Peter 1:4). 

Both Jesus and the cross go hand in hand. You cannot have one without the other.

Jesus, the perfect Son of God, needed to be crucified on the cross so that the payment due for the sins of humanity would be paid. He was crucified so that man would receive salvation because of Him (John 1:29, John 14:6). A Christ without a Cross is a Savior without salvation. And in order for us to be wise, we need salvation. We need Jesus and the cross.

Have you ever heard the idea that those who love big often hurt big? There are moments in life when you love something, or someone, so much that you pour out all of your love. It’s the idea of when you love something so profoundly, your hurt and heartache will feel just as profound. If you have ever lost a loved one, you probably understand this feeling. You love someone so much that it is natural for heartache to come when the brokenness of the world changes things. It’s not that it’s wrong to love big, but there is wisdom in protecting and stewarding your heart as you love big (Proverbs 4:23). It's pertinent to know where our love should stem from and who heals our hurting souls. It’s a restorative and healing kind of love that can bring us out of the pit of our weary souls.

God is love, 

and whoever abides in love abides in God, 

and God abides in him.

- 1 John 4:16

There is a part of us that likes to believe that our circumstance is too great for God to heal us from. If you are walking through a divorce, the loss of a loved one, or a broken relationship– it’s easy to believe that the pain is too deep, the wounds are too raw, and the hurt is too overwhelming for anything to make a difference in your hurt. Maybe it is difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. No matter the heartache, God’s love extends to where it hurts. Nothing can keep you from experiencing God’s love for you.

For I am sure that neither death nor life, 

nor angels nor rulers, 

nor things present nor things to come, 

nor powers, nor height nor depth, 

nor anything else in all creation, will be able to 

separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

- Romans 8:38-39

His healing love that can never separate from you has the power to restore what you thought was beyond repair, offering peace, comfort, and hope when you feel you have none left.

There is a tendency to project our broken view of love from the world onto God’s love. Our circumstances can shape our perspective of God’s love, when in reality, it should be God’s love that shapes our perspective of whatever we are walking through. The enemy will come in and steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10) in order for you to believe that God’s love is anything but perfect and healing. The enemy will try and convince you that every type of love–even God’s love–will have the same broken ending. Take these thoughts and lies captive in your mind (2 Corinthians 10:5) and believe what is true (Proverbs 30:5). God’s love will not let you down. God’s love will not betray you. God’s love will not end. God’s love will not leave your heart in shambles. God’s love is steadfast and endures forever.

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;

    his mercies never come to an end;

they are new every morning;

    great is your faithfulness.

- Lamentations 3:22-23

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good,

    for his steadfast love endures forever.

- Psalm 136:1

When you understand that God’s love is greater and different from this world’s broken love, you can find peace and confidence in His healing and restorative love.

Run to Jesus with your hurt, pain, heartache, and brokenness. You don’t have to clean yourself up or wipe your tears to talk to Him and sit in His presence (Matthew 11:28). His love is consistent and without fail. Read God’s Word, soak it in, and let His Truth comfort your hurting soul. God offers hope for what is to come on the other side of your heartache. Trust that what He has in store for you moving forward is better and He will be with you through it all.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

    He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.

    He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
    I will fear no evil, for you are with me;
    your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

- Psalm 23

When you love big, you may hurt big. But God is so much bigger than your hurt and pain. There is a gentleness, stillness, and security you experience when you allow God to work in and through you as you walk through your pain. Spend time with Him, abide in Him (John 15:4-6). God comforts you as you are sanctified and healed in your heartache, but don’t miss or forget His ultimate display of love for you:

For while we were still weak, 

at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. 

For one will scarcely die for a righteous person—though perhaps for 

a good person one would dare even to die— 

but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

- Romans 5:6-8

God loved you so much that He sent His only Son to die so that you could experience God’s love and goodness for eternity. His love is greater than your heartache and pain from broken relationships in this world. For the one desiring healing from a hurting heart– center your heart, mind, and soul on God and His steadfast love.