Interview with The Benders | Sermon on The Blue Rope

Join us for an insightful interview with Steve and Jenell Bender, Associate Missions Director with BBFI Missions, as they share their heart for missions and the incredible journey God has led them on. After the interview, Bro. Steve Bender delivers a powerful sermon based on Numbers 15:38-39 (KJV) entitled "The Blue Rope."

In this message, Bro. Bender uses the image of the blue ribbon God instructed Israel to wear as a reminder of their obedience and relationship with Him. He introduces the acronym ROPE to challenge believers to stay faithful to God’s call through:

R: Resources – Using our time and finances for the Kingdom.
O: Obedience – Fulfilling the Great Commission by going and sending.
P: Prayer – Constantly lifting up missionaries and the lost in prayer.
E: Expect Eternal Rewards – Anticipating the fruit of our labor in souls, baptisms, and discipleship.

Bro. Bender’s message calls us to evaluate how we are fulfilling the Great Commission and to remember that everything we do should be for God’s glory and the salvation of souls.

Sermon Highlights:

The biblical significance of the blue ribbon in Numbers 15:38-39 (KJV).
The ROPE acronym as a guide for fulfilling the Great Commission.
Why obedience, prayer, and faith in eternal rewards are central to the missionary mindset.
How believers can support missions through time, giving, and prayer.

📖 Scripture Reading: Numbers 15:38-39 (KJV)
✝️ Theme: Obedience, Missions, Resources, Prayer, Great Commission

Key Takeaways:

The blue ribbon reminds us of God’s call to holiness and obedience, just as ROPE reminds us of our responsibilities in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Using our resources and time for missions, obeying God’s command to reach the lost, praying for missionaries, and expecting eternal rewards are vital aspects of our Christian walk.
Bro. Steve and Jenell Bender offer valuable insights into missions work and how every believer can play a part in supporting and sending missionaries.

For more teachings and resources, visit FaithWay Bible Baptist Church. If you have questions about missions or want to learn more about supporting missionaries, feel free to contact Pastor Steven Pratt at [email protected] or (403) 992-7358.