mission 40

Briefing

In a world full of distractions and challenges, the journey to become who God has created and called you to be can seem daunting. Recognizing this, we are launching a transformative challenge centered on prayer: a 40-day mission dedicated to reshaping lives and hearts, aligning them more closely with God's will. This journey, "Mission 40: Be Who God Created You to Be," is a personal mission designed to inspire, engage, and challenge spiritual, emotional, and physical transformation to further the Kingdom of God by becoming who God created us to be.

The Mission

Our 40-day mission is built on a simple yet profound principle: replacing traits of the flesh with prayer. This concept is centered on the transformative power of prayer. By dedicating ourselves to give it all to God, we believe that we can overcome our struggles and become the Christians God created and calls us to be. 

Objectives

The objectives of this mission involves a structured approach to habit transformation. Each step of the journey will focus on a specific theme, guided by scripture, designed to replace negative behaviors with positive, prayer-centered actions. This program will train us to give everything to God in prayer, fostering a deeper reliance on His guidance and strength.

Recognize We Are All Broken

• Focus: Establishing a strong foundation of prayer and reflection.
• Scripture: Genesis 6:11 - "Now the earth was corrupt in God's sight, and the earth was filled with wickedness."
• Reflection: Recognizing the world's brokenness and understanding the need for proactive moral and spiritual action.
• Activities: Daily scripture readings, guided prayers, and reflection exercises to identify personal challenges and areas for growth.
• Activity Example: Write down three personal challenges and pray specifically for God's guidance in overcoming them.

Relying on God’s Daily Provision

• Focus: Addressing and overcoming specific behaviors of the flesh.
• Scripture: Matthew 6:11 - "Give us today our daily bread."
• Reflection: Relying on God's daily provision and fostering trust in His unwavering faithfulness.
• Activities: Practical tips and strategies for replacing negative behaviors with prayer, along with daily encouragement and support from a community of like-minded believers.
• Activity Example: Identify one negative behavior to eliminate each day and replace it with a prayerful practice or scripture meditation.

Embracing New Life in Christ

• Focus: Building resilience and perseverance.
• Scripture: Romans 6:11 - "So, you too consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus."
• Reflection: Embracing new life in Christ and understanding the transformation at the heart of our mission.
• Activities: Inspirational testimonies, deeper dives into scripture, and exercises to strengthen one's commitment to the journey.
• Activity Example: Share your testimony with a group or write it down, focusing on how God has helped you overcome challenges.

Celebrating Redemption and Justification

• Focus: Celebrating growth and preparing for ongoing transformation.
• Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:11 - "And some of you used to be like this. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God."
• Reflection: Celebrating redemption and justification, recognizing the incredible journey from sin to sanctification.
• Activities: Reflective journaling, planning for continued spiritual growth, and group discussions to share experiences and insights.
• Activity Example: Create a personal growth plan outlining steps for continued spiritual development and areas of focus for future prayer.

Preparing for Spiritual Battles

• Focus: Equipping oneself for spiritual challenges.
• Scripture: Ephesians 6:11 - "Put on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the schemes of the devil."
• Reflection: Understanding the reality of spiritual warfare and the importance of equipping ourselves with God's armor.
• Activities: Daily prayers for strength and protection, studying the full armor of God, and practical exercises to reinforce spiritual resilience.
• Activity Example: Study each piece of the armor of God and reflect on how it can be applied in your daily life.

Embodying Christ-like Virtues

• Focus: Cultivating and demonstrating Christ-like virtues.
• Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11 - "But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness."
• Reflection: Embodying Christ-like virtues and understanding how they shape our character and impact those around us.
• Activities: Reflection on personal virtues, setting goals for growth in these areas, and engaging in activities that demonstrate these virtues in daily life.
• Activity Example: Choose one virtue to focus on each day and find ways to practice it actively.

Conclusion

Mission 40: Be Who God Created You to Be is more than just a mission; it is a call to action, a challenge to rise above the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary life God has planned for each of us. By replacing traits of the flesh with prayer and relying on Christ's strength, we can transform our lives, inspire those around us, and become the people God created us to be. Join us on this incredible journey and discover the power of prayer to change your life, one step at a time.