Living Missionally: Reflection Guide

Introduction —

Living missionally means aligning our lives with God’s purposes beyond ourselves and participating in His work wherever we are. As followers of Jesus, this is not just about what we do in church but about embodying God’s love and truth in our everyday interactions, workplaces, and communities. This guide is designed to help you reflect on your personal call to live missionally and identify practical ways to embrace God’s mission in your life.

1. Reflect On God’s Heart For The World

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20; John 20:21

  • How do you understand God’s mission in the world? What does it mean to you that God has invited you to join Him in His work?

  • Where in your life do you feel a “missional angst” or restlessness—a sense that God might want to do more through you?

    Prayer Prompt:

    "Lord, give me a heart that sees the needs around me and the courage to respond with Your love."

2. Consider Your Context And Unique Influence

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16; Ephesians 2:10

  • Who are the people you interact with daily? Are there specific needs you sense among them?

  • Reflect on your unique gifts and skills. How might these be used to reflect God’s love in your workplace, neighbourhood, or family?

    Action Step:

    List two practical ways you can be a light in your current environment this week—whether through a kind gesture, a conversation, or meeting a specific need.

3. Evaluate Your Life’s Priorities

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21; Romans 12:1-2

  • Think about where you invest your time, energy, and resources. Are these aligned with a missional lifestyle that reflects God’s priorities?

  • What might need to change in your routine or mindset to be more available to God’s mission in the world?

    Reflection Question:

    How can I create more margin in my life to respond to God’s call for mission?

4. Embrace The Long Game Of Relationships

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6; 1 Peter 3:15

  • Living missionally often means building trust and deepening relationships over time. Who in your life might God be prompting you to connect with or invest in?

  • How can you actively listen, serve, or speak life into these relationships without rushing an agenda?

    Prayer Prompt:

    "Lord, help me to walk in love and to be attentive to Your Spirit as I interact with others."

5. Stepping Out In Faith

Scripture: James 2:14-17; 1 John 3:17-18

  • Are there any areas in your life where you feel hesitant to live out your faith publicly or to serve others sacrificially?

  • What’s one small, courageous step you can take to be more missional in your context this week?

    Action Step:

    Identify one person you can pray for, reach out to, or serve this week as a step toward living out God’s love in a tangible way.

Closing Reflection —

Take a moment to sit quietly before God, bringing all your reflections to Him. Ask for His guidance, courage, and wisdom as you step into His story for your life. Living missionally is about being faithful to God’s calling in the small, everyday things and trusting that He can use your life in ways you may never see.

Final Prayer:

"God, help me to live a life that reflects Your heart. May I be open to Your purposes, ready to act in love, and willing to serve wherever You place me. Use me, Lord, to be a part of Your work in the world."