To be an ambassador for Christ involves embodying compassionate, transformative love that transcends oneself to reach others. Key themes regarding this perspective include:
Compassion as Core Identity: Compassion is the ultimate goal of Christian life—a way of being in the world that mirrors God’s love, moving beyond simple charity to active, empathetic engagement.
Vulnerability and Power: The cross signifies God’s nonviolent, vulnerable love. Being an ambassador means accepting that true power is found in this vulnerability, rather than in coercion or worldly success.
Passivity as Action: In moments of helplessness, individuals can still give profoundly through their “passivity” and surrender, which acts as a powerful witness to faith.
Idealism and Joy: We must remain idealistic, not get caught up in superficial definitions of success, and maintain a good sense of humor.
Active Presence: Christianity is a “marathon relationship” with God, requiring followers to act with justice, kindness, and unwavering faith.
So living as an Ambassador for Christ defines one as living with compassion. This means mirroring God’s unconditional, non-discriminating love by embracing everyone, even enemies, rather than just those we like or who are deemed worthy. It requires moving past personal bitterness, exercising vulnerability, and making compassion the ultimate goal of discipleship.
