2 Corinthians 5:14-21. Why do we do ministry? Ministry work can be inconvenient and exhausting. Why can't we just sit back and relax? If you have been reconciled with Christ, you have a ministry of reconciliation. As Christians, our commission is to point others to the cross so they can hear the good news of Jesus Christ. We spread that good news because that's what we must do. Jesus gave the commission to go into all the world and preach the gospel. As reconciled children of God, it is our privilege to honor God by sharing the message of reconciliation with others. As we reach out to the community through Upward and other ministries, or participate in mission work, we have the opportunity to reach others for Christ.