Day 32 | You’re in the Race

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Devotion

  • Imagine arriving at a race, ready to sit back, relax, and watch from the stands. But the moment you get there, you realize—you’re not a spectator. You’re one of the runners, and the baton is being passed to you. It’s your turn to carry it forward.
  • That’s exactly how the Great Commission works. Jesus didn’t call us to stay on the sidelines. He’s called us to jump into the race and be part of the mission. You’re not just a face in the crowd—you’re in the race, and the baton is now in your hands.
  • Matthew 28:19 is often called the Great Commission, but what if we view it as a “co-mission” with Jesus Himself. He’s actively passing the spiritual baton to His followers. He entrusts us with the message of salvation, inviting us to participate in His work. And the most amazing part? He uses ordinary people—people like you and me—to carry this extraordinary message of hope and life.
  • You don’t always have to travel across the world—though God may call you to that. Often, He’s asking you to share the good news with those already in your life: your family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. Jesus calls us to be His witnesses right where we are, within our everyday circles of influence. God has strategically placed you in relationships that are your mission field—whether it’s the barista at your coffee shop, your barber, or your child’s coach. These people are in your path for a purpose, and God has chosen you to bring His light into these relationships.
  • Every conversation, act of kindness, or moment of encouragement is an opportunity to share the love and truth of Jesus. You don’t need to be a preacher or missionary to make a difference. You just need to be willing to use the influence God has already given you to make disciples right where you are.

A Personal Prayer

  • Begin by asking God to help you embrace the role of being a disciple-maker in your own heart. Take a moment to reflect on your circle of influence and identify 3-5 people within your natural network. Write down their names and commit to praying for opportunities to share the Gospel with them. Pray for boldness and ask the Lord to open a door today for you to carry the baton of discipleship forward.

Pray for Our Community: Parker’s Creek Baptist Church

  • Parker’s Creek Baptist Church in Burns, TN, is a partner with Brentwood Baptist and Harpeth Heights in the mission to establish 100+ healthy churches across Middle Tennessee. Led by Pastor Mike Eiras, this church is committed to sharing God’s love, proclaiming the truth of salvation, and building a supportive, biblically grounded community.
  • Pray for Pastor Mike Eiras and the church leaders, that God would grant them wisdom and strength as they faithfully teach and lead.
  • Ask God to deepen the congregation’s understanding of His Word, inspiring members to grow closer to Jesus.
  • Pray for effective gospel outreach, that Parker’s Creek would share the message of salvation through Christ in their community.

Prayer for the Nations: Global Workers, Carla & Keegan

  • Keegan and Carla serve in Southeast Asia, sharing the gospel through media, training, contextualization, and counseling. As part of Create Labs, they create evangelistic resources for unreached people groups, train others, and provide technical support, while Carla also serves as a clinical counselor at The Well International, supporting missionaries.
  • Pray for Keegan and Carla’s physical health, as they have been struggling to stay healthy this year.
  • Ask God to grant them wisdom in parenting and discernment in their leadership roles at Create Labs and The Well International, helping them to clearly hear His guidance in ministry opportunities.