On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding.
John 2:1-2, NKJV
From a personal standpoint, ministry is constantly redefining of my social and professional time. Ministry is only ministry if other people are involved. But what if social activities interfere with my mission?
In the second chapter of John, we find Jesus’ first miracle where He turns water into wine at a local wedding, thus revealing His glory and launching the genesis of His ministry. One commentator says it this way…
“Jesus was on a mission to save the world, the greatest mission in the history of mankind. Yet he took time to attend a wedding and take part in its festivities. We may be tempted to think we should not take time out from our “important” work for social occasions. But maybe these social occasions are part of our mission. Jesus valued these wedding festivities because they involved people, and Jesus came to be with people. Our mission can often be accomplished in joyous times of celebration with others. Bring balance to your life by bringing Jesus into times of pleasure as well as times of work.”
Life Application Study Bible Commentary
If someone falls and hits their head poolside at a Mexican resort, doctors and nurses will jump off of their loungers and burst into action. Their purpose/mission isn’t limited to location. Even though they aren’t in their office back in the states, doesn’t change the fact that they are medical professionals able to help.
This is how I approach ministry. No matter where I am, my calling remains the same… to glorify God and help connect people to Him. There is no day off for followers of Christ. We’re always on-call.