A Call That Cannot Be Ignored
When Jesus rose from the grave, He did not call His followers to retreat into comfort or to guard their faith quietly. He gave them a mission: “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19–20).
This was not a suggestion. It was a command. To be found in Christ is to also be sent by Christ. The Sent Stage is the moment when faith stops being personal alone and becomes a purpose for the world.
The Example of the Early Church
The disciples were ordinary men and women, yet when the Holy Spirit came upon them, everything changed. Peter, once afraid to even admit he knew Jesus, stood before thousands at Pentecost and boldly proclaimed the Gospel (Acts 2:14–41). Paul traveled across the Roman Empire, planting churches and enduring persecution so that the message of Christ could spread.
They were not sent because they were perfect. They were sent because they were willing. The same Spirit that empowered them is alive in every believer today.
Sent to a World in Need
The world does not lack religion or opinions. It lacks truth. It lacks the hope of Christ. Every act of violence, every moment of despair, every broken system reminds us that humanity cannot heal itself.
To be sent is to step into that brokenness with the light of the Gospel. Jesus told His followers: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden” (Matthew 5:14). Being sent means shining that light in workplaces, neighborhoods, schools, and nations—anywhere darkness tries to prevail.
Sent with Humility and Power
The Sent Stage is not about arrogance or superiority. It is about humility. We are not better than those who are lost—we are simply people who were found and now carry the invitation to others.
At the same time, being sent requires boldness. Paul wrote to Timothy: “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline” (2 Timothy 1:7). To live sent is to reject fear and to walk forward in Spirit-filled courage.
The Fire Within
Every great movement of the Gospel began with individuals who took seriously the call to be sent. The fire of revival is not kindled by silence but by testimony. It is fanned into flame when believers share their stories, serve sacrificially, and proclaim Jesus without hesitation.
If you are in the Sent Stage, you carry within you the fire of the Holy Spirit. Do not let it smolder. Stir it, guard it, and let it shine. The world needs what God has placed in you.
Living the Sent Life
Being sent is not limited to preachers or missionaries. It is for every believer. To live sent may mean crossing oceans, or it may mean crossing the street. It could mean preaching in public or listening in love to a hurting neighbor.
The point is not the size of the stage but the obedience of the heart. When God says “Go,” the Sent Stage responds, “Here I am. Send me” (Isaiah 6:8).
Conclusion
The Sent Stage is the climax of the faith journey. It is where belief becomes action, where grace becomes mission, and where joy becomes fuel for the Gospel.
You were not found to stay comfortable. You were found to be sent. And the world is waiting for the message you carry.
Step boldly into your calling. Light the fire. Live the mission.
If you are ready to live as one who is sent, do not wait for a perfect moment. Begin today. Share your faith, love your neighbor, and carry the Gospel wherever you go.Explore the full Lost. Found. Sent. framework and discover how God is calling you to live boldly for His glory.