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What are you willing to sacrifice for the mission of Jesus Christ?
In 1852, at 60 years old, retired sea captain Joseph Bates traveled through deep snow and bitter cold to bring the message of Christ’s soon return to remote communities. He faced rejection, ridicule, financial hardship, and exhausting travel—but he refused to turn back. He believed the world needed to hear the everlasting gospel.
Bates had once accumulated considerable wealth, yet he ultimately gave his entire life savings to advance the cause of God. His life raises a searching question for every Christian today: Is there anything we are still holding back from Jesus?
In this powerful message, Pastor Mark Finley explores the history of the early Advent movement, the sacrifice of Adventist pioneers, and the biblical meaning of true greatness. Jesus did not call His followers to live for comfort, recognition, or personal ambition. He called us to serve.
You will discover:
• Why the early Advent believers were willing to endure hardship
• What Joseph Bates sacrificed to spread the gospel
• How Christ’s sacrifice motivates our service for others
• Why true greatness is found in serving, not status
• How surrendering our plans can lead to greater joy and purpose
• What it means to become an ambassador for Christ wherever you live
The world teaches us to live for ourselves, pursue pleasure, and protect our comfort. But Jesus invites us to live for something much greater—the glory of God, the salvation of others, and the proclamation of His soon return.
God may not call you to cross an ocean or travel to a distant country. But wherever you are, you have been called to be a witness. Through a conversation, a Bible study, a phone call, a letter, a ministry, or an act of loving service, your life can point someone to Jesus.
“Whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant.” — Matthew 20:26, NKJV
Is there something you have not yet surrendered to Christ? Ask God to free you from living only for yourself and lead you into the joy of serving a cause greater than your own life.
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What are you willing to sacrifice for the mission of Jesus Christ?
In 1852, at 60 years old, retired sea captain Joseph Bates traveled through deep snow and bitter cold to bring the message of Christ’s soon return to remote communities. He faced rejection, ridicule, financial hardship, and exhausting travel—but he refused to turn back. He believed the world needed to hear the everlasting gospel.
Bates had once accumulated considerable wealth, yet he ultimately gave his entire life savings to advance the cause of God. His life raises a searching question for every Christian today: Is there anything we are still holding back from Jesus?
In this powerful message, Pastor Mark Finley explores the history of the early Advent movement, the sacrifice of Adventist pioneers, and the biblical meaning of true greatness. Jesus did not call His followers to live for comfort, recognition, or personal ambition. He called us to serve.
You will discover:
• Why the early Advent believers were willing to endure hardship
• What Joseph Bates sacrificed to spread the gospel
• How Christ’s sacrifice motivates our service for others
• Why true greatness is found in serving, not status
• How surrendering our plans can lead to greater joy and purpose
• What it means to become an ambassador for Christ wherever you live
The world teaches us to live for ourselves, pursue pleasure, and protect our comfort. But Jesus invites us to live for something much greater—the glory of God, the salvation of others, and the proclamation of His soon return.
God may not call you to cross an ocean or travel to a distant country. But wherever you are, you have been called to be a witness. Through a conversation, a Bible study, a phone call, a letter, a ministry, or an act of loving service, your life can point someone to Jesus.
“Whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant.” — Matthew 20:26, NKJV
Is there something you have not yet surrendered to Christ? Ask God to free you from living only for yourself and lead you into the joy of serving a cause greater than your own life.
Subscribe for more Bible-based messages on Christian living, Bible prophecy, the second coming of Jesus, and preparing for the final events of earth’s history.
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HopeLives365 Website - hopelives365.com/donate
Through PayPal send to - @HopeLives365
➡️SUBSCRIBE- to HopeLives365 bit.ly/Subscribe_HopeLives365
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