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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Ambassadors for Christ</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/a/ambassadors_for_christ.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/2_corinthians/5-20.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/a/ambassadors.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Ambassadors for Christ</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/a/ambassadors.htm" title="Ambassadors">◄</a> Ambassadors for Christ <a href="/topical/a/ambassadors_sent_by_sea.htm" title="Ambassadors Sent by Sea">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Role:</b><br>The term "Ambassadors for Christ" is derived from the Apostle Paul's writings, specifically in <a href="/2_corinthians/5-20.htm">2 Corinthians 5:20</a>, where he states, "Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God." In this context, an ambassador for Christ is a representative of Jesus, tasked with spreading the message of reconciliation between God and humanity through the gospel.<br><br><b>Biblical Context:</b><br>The concept of being an ambassador is deeply rooted in the cultural and political practices of the ancient world, where ambassadors were official envoys sent by a sovereign to represent their interests in foreign lands. Similarly, Christians are called to represent the kingdom of God in a world that is often at odds with divine principles.<br><br><b>Scriptural Foundation:</b><br>The role of an ambassador for Christ is underpinned by several key scriptural themes:<br><br>1. <b>Reconciliation:</b> Central to the ambassadorial role is the ministry of reconciliation. As Paul writes in <a href="/2_corinthians/5-18.htm">2 Corinthians 5:18-19</a>, "All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting men’s trespasses against them. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation."<br><br>2. <b>Representation:</b> Ambassadors are called to embody the values and teachings of Christ. In <a href="/ephesians/6-20.htm">Ephesians 6:20</a>, Paul refers to himself as "an ambassador in chains," highlighting the commitment to represent Christ even in adversity.<br><br>3. <b>Proclamation:</b> The duty of an ambassador includes proclaiming the gospel message. In <a href="/romans/10-14.htm">Romans 10:14-15</a>, Paul emphasizes the necessity of preaching: "How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in the One of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? And how can they preach unless they are sent?"<br><br><b>Characteristics of Ambassadors for Christ:</b><br><br>1. <b>Faithfulness:</b> Ambassadors must remain faithful to the message and mission of Christ, ensuring that their lives reflect the teachings of the gospel.<br><br>2. <b>Courage:</b> Representing Christ often requires courage, as ambassadors may face opposition or persecution. The Apostle Paul, despite his imprisonment, continued to boldly proclaim the gospel.<br><br>3. <b>Wisdom:</b> Ambassadors must exercise wisdom in their interactions, understanding the cultural and spiritual contexts in which they operate. <a href="/colossians/4-5.htm">Colossians 4:5-6</a> advises, "Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."<br><br>4. <b>Love:</b> The motivation for an ambassador's work is love—love for God and love for others. This love compels them to share the message of salvation and reconciliation.<br><br><b>Practical Implications:</b><br>Being an ambassador for Christ involves both personal and communal responsibilities. Individually, believers are called to live lives that reflect Christ's character and teachings. Collectively, the church acts as a body of ambassadors, working together to advance the kingdom of God on earth.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b><br>The calling to be an ambassador for Christ is a profound responsibility that encompasses living out the gospel, proclaiming the message of reconciliation, and representing the kingdom of God in a world that is in need of redemption. Through faithfulness, courage, wisdom, and love, ambassadors for Christ fulfill their divine mandate to make God's appeal to humanity.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/ambassadors.htm">Ambassadors</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--ahaz_to_tiglath.htm">Ambassadors: Ahaz to Tiglath</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--amaziah_to_jehoash.htm">Ambassadors: Amaziah to Jehoash</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--and_solomon.htm">Ambassadors: And Solomon</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--benhadad_to_ahab.htm">Ambassadors: Benhadad to Ahab</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--berodach_to_hezekiah.htm">Ambassadors: Berodach to Hezekiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--figurative.htm">Ambassadors: Figurative</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--hiram_to_david.htm">Ambassadors: Hiram to David</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--hoshea_to_so.htm">Ambassadors: Hoshea to So</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--israelites_to_various_nations.htm">Ambassadors: Israelites to Various Nations</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--other_references_to.htm">Ambassadors: Other References To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--sennacherib_through_rabshakeh_to_hezekiah.htm">Ambassadors: Sennacherib Through Rabshakeh to Hezekiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--sent_by_gibeonites_to_the_israelites.htm">Ambassadors: Sent by Gibeonites to the Israelites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--sent_by_moses_to_edom.htm">Ambassadors: Sent by Moses to Edom</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--sent_to_the_amorites.htm">Ambassadors: Sent to the Amorites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/a/ambassadors--zedekiah_to_egypt.htm">Ambassadors: Zedekiah to Egypt</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/m/mortification--david's_ambassadors,_sent_to_hanun.htm">Mortification: David's Ambassadors, Sent to Hanun</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mortify.htm">Mortify (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/dearth.htm">Dearth (11 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mortgage.htm">Mortgage</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mortgaged.htm">Mortgaged (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/v/vineyards.htm">Vineyards (55 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/homes.htm">Homes (43 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/a/ambassadors.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Ambassadors"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Ambassadors" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/a/ambassadors_sent_by_sea.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Ambassadors Sent by Sea"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Ambassadors Sent by Sea" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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