Missional Action
Member Activation - Know Him and Make Him Known!
The AFM Logo symbolises our collective call to action from God. It represents His desire for every AFM Member to be ACTIVATED in His Kingdom, living a missional life daily. "Missional" means embodying and sharing the message of Jesus in every aspect of our lives, not just within the church building or walls, but everywhere we go. May each AFM Member be inspired to take ACTION:
🖐 Share What God Has Done for You
Tell people about God's work in your life.
🖐 Go and Make Disciples of Nations
Follow Jesus and help others follow Him too.
🖐 Be Equipped for Ministry
Continually seek growth and training to serve effectively.
🖐 Live with Godly Integrity & Character
Reflect Christ-like virtues in every area of life.
🖐 Take Hands with Other Christians
Collaborate and unite with fellow believers.
🖐 Care for Your Community
Show love and support to those around you, meeting their needs.
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Being a Missional Church
Being missional means embodying Christ's love and presence in every part of our lives, becoming like Him in the impact we have in our own circle of friends, neighbourhoods, and workplaces.
Jesus did not confine his ministry to religious spaces. He met people where they were - at work, in their homes, in the streets - everywhere. Being missional, means following His example and reaching out to everyone, regardless of background or status.
Being Missional must never just be about concepts, plans, or words. It must become real in everyday Missional Action. The National Office Bearers will share these missional actions in short easy understandable video clips. I trust that all our members, Pastors, and Assembly Governing Bodies will be inspired to not only talk and plan around this, but to dó accordingly.
Share what God has Done for You
Sometimes it is hard to put into words just how much God has done for us. There are so many things He's done, big and small, that it is almost overwhelming. But that does not mean we should not try to share it.
In fact, in Psalm 71:15-17 (NLT) the Psalmist puts it well when he says, "My mouth will tell of your righteous deeds, of your saving acts all day long - though I know not how to relate them all. I will come and proclaim your mighty acts, Sovereign LORD; I will proclaim your righteous deeds, yours alone. Since my youth, God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvellous deeds."
Go and Make Disciples of Nations
Discipleship refers directly to the Great Commission and boils down to this: Follow Jesus and help others follow Him too. It is a two-step process: First, you embrace Jesus and His teachings; then you show others how to do the same.
Jesus said, "…Go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you." (Matthew 28:19-20 NLT). But it is not just about spreading the word; it is about guiding people to truly líve by it. If we are not doing that, we are not really following through on what Jesus asked.
Be Equipped for Ministry
It is very important that all AFM church members should be empowered for their ministry as followers of Jesus. It is an important part of our vision. We want the AFM to be accessible to all people, and as we celebrate our growing unity and God given diversity, our members should make a real difference in their communities.
As a follower of Jesus Christ and a member of the AFM you must know that you have a role to play in God's plan. All of us have God given abilities and Gifts to share, whether at work, with family, or anywhere else. We must live our faith practically in everyday life. To do that, you need to be equipped. That is why it is important that you attend training events at your local assembly. Be actively involved in the Sunday services, ministries, and other activities of your church.
Live with Godly Integrity & Character
Living with Godly integrity and character means being responsible with the resources and abilities God has given to each of us as followers of Jesus to fulfil the Great Commission. It is about more than just talking the talk about how things should be done; it is about living practically in a God honouring way and doing what is right.
Good Governance starts with our personal lives: How we manage our personal resources, our finances, and our abilities. How we look after our own possessions and everything that God has given us.
Living with Godly integrity and character is not always easy, especially in a world filled with temptations and distractions. But by staying true to our beliefs, as a church and as individual members, being accountable, and acting with honesty and transparency, we can honour God and contribute to the well-being of His church.
Take Hands with Other Christians
We encourage our pastors and members not to be exclusive, but to have a Kingdom-minded attitude. Let us heed the words of Paul in Ephesians 4:3-6 (NIV) “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called -one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.”
We believe in being respectful and maintaining good relationships with other churches. After all, we are not the only church out there; we are a part of God's bigger Church on earth. Jesus himself prayed for unity among believers in John 17:20-21. It is a basic principle of mission that churches should not be working against each other. We cannot truly be a mission-focused church if we ignore the wider body of Christ.
Care for Your Community
Our main motivation for being involved in our communities, is not just about being nice or doing charity work. It is about showing the love of God to everyone. Remember, God sent Jesus not just for people who go to church, but for everyone in the world. He uses us, the church, to spread that love and make a difference right where we live.
We are in communities where people are struggling because of all sorts of challenges. A lot of folks in South Africa are facing tough economic times. Whatever the reasons for this, we cannot just sit back and blame the government or other organisations. Although we do not want to create a culture of dependence, we must step up and lend a hand. That might mean helping people learn new skills or find jobs, so they can take care of themselves.
Godly Values for Missional Actions
Having clear values is like having a compass in a dense forest; they guide our decisions and actions and serve as a blueprint for how we want to live. Our values affect how we connect with others, what we want to achieve, and what matters most to us. They give us a sense of purpose and help us stay grounded when things get tough, making sure that we stay true to ourselves and stick to what is important. When we align our actions with our values, we cultivate authenticity and build trust with others. Ultimately, having clear values is not just about knowing what we stand for; it's about living a life that practically reflects those beliefs.