As ambassadors for Christ, remember that there are many ways to serve. My Grandpa Schuller often said, “In the Kingdom of God, some plant seeds, some water, some trim branches, and some gather the harvest.” He also reminded me that others are called to till hard soil and prepare it for planting. Grandpa knew his unique role in God’s Kingdom and embraced it with confidence.

My Grandpa Schuller understood that not everyone is assigned the same mission, and he had the wisdom to recognize that no single individual can fulfill the totality of ambassadorship. Just as ambassadors and their consulates understand the boundaries of their responsibilities and trust a team of specialists to help them accomplish their objectives, we, too, are called to discern our Kingdom strengths and to depend on other members within the Body to refine and complement us. Whether we are sent to evangelize, disciple, exhort, encourage, or demonstrate love through service, each of us is uniquely commissioned and empowered to bring the virtues of Heaven to earth in our own distinct ways.

My friend, you serve a vital part in the consulate of God’s Kingdom, and your Savior has appointed you as His representative in a uniquely personal way. You are equipped with gifts that the world urgently needs, and your calling as His ambassador is the highest honor you will ever receive. He will use you to touch lives in ways you may never fully realize until you stand face-to-face with Jesus.