Help others to be saved!
Matthew 28:19-20
19Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
Mark 16:15-18
15And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
16He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
17And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
18They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
Luke 24:45-47
45Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,
46And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day:
47And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.
The Great Commission, in Christian tradition, is the instruction of the resurrected Jesus Christ to his disciples, that they spread his teachings to all the nations of the world. It has become a tenet in Christian theology emphasizing mission work, evangelism, and baptism. It has been a primary basis for Christian missionary activity.
Over the centuries, Christians have preached their faith across the world. Christians, a small sect at the time of the Great Commission, are majorities or significant minorities in many countries worldwide. (Wikipedia)
Over the centuries, Christians have preached their faith across the world. Christians, a small sect at the time of the Great Commission, are majorities or significant minorities in many countries worldwide. (Wikipedia)
God has commissioned us to minister to others. Jesus Christ gave this commission to his disciples (Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 24:47-48, John 21:15-17, John 15:16). He gave it also to all Christians, including us today (Hebrews 13:8, Acts 2:38-39, John 4:34-36, Matthew 5:13-16, Romans 10:13-15, 2 Timothy 4:5, 2 Timothy 2:24-26, Luke 14:16-23, Matthew 24:3-4). The Apostle Paul was not yet a disciple when Jesus spoke the Great Commission (Mark 16:15-16); but when Paul was converted, he understood that the commission applied to him and all who would believe in Christ (Colossians 1:23).
With this commission, we are required to be ambassadors for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:18-20). We are the messengers sent to represent Christ and his word (1 Corinthians 4:1-7). God’s gift of salvation has appeared to all peoples, and he does not want any person to perish (2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 24:14, Amos 8:11-12, Proverbs 11:30). Therefore, we should be ready to minister to anyone whenever the opportunity is presented (1 Peter 3:15). An ambassador for Christ is to do the work of God, even if it is not an easy mission (Acts 21:10-14, Romans 13:1-6, 2 Timothy 4:16-18).
There is a judgment to come that many people are not ready to face. We, as the commissioned Christians, must warn the world of the impending damnation for those who do not obey the truth (1 Peter 4:18). If we do not, we will be judged accordingly (Colossians 1:23-29, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, Ezekiel 3:17-20, Ezekiel 33:1-9, Matthew 10:32-33, Mark 8:38). Even in the church, the pastors must warn the congregation and teach them the true judgments of God (1 Thessalonians 5:14, Acts 20:28-31, Romans 13:4).
The penalty to those who do not obey the truth will be severe (James 1:22, Romans 11:21-22, 2 Thessalonians 1:8-10, John 15:6, Matthew 24:48-51, 2 Corinthians 4:1-4). We, as ministers of the Gospel, are held accountable to practice the truth that we preach (1 Peter 4:17, James 4:17, Matthew 7:21, Exodus 4:24-26).
We, therefore, must seek every opportunity to share the gospel (Luke 10:1-12). To have an opportunity (or, an “open door”) means that God has provided an avenue to proclaim his saving grace to someone who needs it (Luke 21:12-15). Sometimes these opportunities allow us to share the entire message of baptism in Jesus’ name, but sometimes we can only share as much as a friendly “hello.” We must diligently pray to recognize when opportunities are present (1 John 4:1, James 3:17-18) and to what extent these opportunities allow us to minister. If we overstep the opportunity, we could drive people away from Christ. If we minister less than God desires, the person will not receive from us what he or she needs. When we are mindful that everyone is different and therefore should be treated differently, we see how important it is to seek the Lord’s wisdom and guidance when witnessing. This emphasizes why we must carry out our godly commission with the anointing of God upon us (Matthew 10:11-16, 1 John 2:27, John 14:26).
With this commission, we are required to be ambassadors for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:18-20). We are the messengers sent to represent Christ and his word (1 Corinthians 4:1-7). God’s gift of salvation has appeared to all peoples, and he does not want any person to perish (2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 24:14, Amos 8:11-12, Proverbs 11:30). Therefore, we should be ready to minister to anyone whenever the opportunity is presented (1 Peter 3:15). An ambassador for Christ is to do the work of God, even if it is not an easy mission (Acts 21:10-14, Romans 13:1-6, 2 Timothy 4:16-18).
There is a judgment to come that many people are not ready to face. We, as the commissioned Christians, must warn the world of the impending damnation for those who do not obey the truth (1 Peter 4:18). If we do not, we will be judged accordingly (Colossians 1:23-29, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, Ezekiel 3:17-20, Ezekiel 33:1-9, Matthew 10:32-33, Mark 8:38). Even in the church, the pastors must warn the congregation and teach them the true judgments of God (1 Thessalonians 5:14, Acts 20:28-31, Romans 13:4).
The penalty to those who do not obey the truth will be severe (James 1:22, Romans 11:21-22, 2 Thessalonians 1:8-10, John 15:6, Matthew 24:48-51, 2 Corinthians 4:1-4). We, as ministers of the Gospel, are held accountable to practice the truth that we preach (1 Peter 4:17, James 4:17, Matthew 7:21, Exodus 4:24-26).
We, therefore, must seek every opportunity to share the gospel (Luke 10:1-12). To have an opportunity (or, an “open door”) means that God has provided an avenue to proclaim his saving grace to someone who needs it (Luke 21:12-15). Sometimes these opportunities allow us to share the entire message of baptism in Jesus’ name, but sometimes we can only share as much as a friendly “hello.” We must diligently pray to recognize when opportunities are present (1 John 4:1, James 3:17-18) and to what extent these opportunities allow us to minister. If we overstep the opportunity, we could drive people away from Christ. If we minister less than God desires, the person will not receive from us what he or she needs. When we are mindful that everyone is different and therefore should be treated differently, we see how important it is to seek the Lord’s wisdom and guidance when witnessing. This emphasizes why we must carry out our godly commission with the anointing of God upon us (Matthew 10:11-16, 1 John 2:27, John 14:26).
Spiritual Warfare
EPHESIANS 6
10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
11 Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14 Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15 And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
11 Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14 Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
15 And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;