One of the most important things we can do for God's Kingdom is to try and reach as many different people as we can with the Gospel. In 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, the Apostle Paul relates how he did everything he could to connect to those around him with the hope of reaching them for Christ. In verse 23, he says: I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.
Paul wasn't talking about compromising his beliefs or God's truth. He wasn't trying to blend into any culture by keeping his faith hidden. He was talking about engaging people of different ethnic backgrounds in a way they could understand and appreciate. He was talking about meeting human need the same way his Savior did. If we only interact with people of the same race, the same age, the same occupation, the same demographic background and the same economic status; we have completely missed the truth that Jesus died for the sins of all.
The desire to have this type of impact for God's Kingdom requires looking out for the needs of others---I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them (v. 19). It recognizes the urgency of sharing the Gospel---Woe to me if do not preach the Gospel! (v. 16). It understands that our eternal hope is best shared with as many as possible---I do it all for the sake of the Gospel, that I may share with them in its blessings (v. 23).
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