When I think of the power of God at work in someone’s life, I often think of Gladys Aylward. She has been called one of the most effective missionaries of the twentieth century, and her story has been told in books, in a film biography starring Ingrid Bergman, and on a BBC feature called “This Is Your Life.” But Gladys wasn’t always such a change maker. In fact, she was born average—at best.

Gladys was born into a working class family in London, in 1902. She did poorly in school, and she became a maid when she was 14. But then, in her twenties, Gladys received Jesus as her personal Savior and everything changed. Gladys felt called to China. People dismissed that call, but to China she went. In her life, Gladys shared the Good News with thousands of people, especially children. Her life went from ordinary to extraordinary—not because of her own merit, but because she listened to the call that God placed on her heart.

The Bible says in Mark 16:15, “Go into all the world and proclaim the Good News to the whole creation.” This week, I encourage you to think about Gladys. Pray and ask God to reveal who He wants you to share the Good News with. Where does He want you to go? Then, listen to your calling and move boldly. God will change your life, and others through you.                    

This is Luis Palau.