Living Out the Great Commission Today
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| The Great Commission |
The Great Commission, as recorded in Matthew 28:19-20, is a foundational directive given by Yeshua (Jesus) to His disciples. He instructed them: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." This command highlights several key aspects of the mission: going out to all nations, making disciples, baptizing them, and teaching them to observe God's commandments. As modern-day believers, we are called to continue this mission in our daily lives. Here's how we can live out the Great Commission today:
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| Evangelism and Discipleship: |
Evangelism: Sharing the Gospel with others is at the heart of the Great Commission. We can do this through conversations, social media, community outreach, and personal testimonies. Our goal is to introduce others to the saving grace of Yeshua.
Discipleship: Making disciples goes beyond conversion. It involves mentoring and teaching new believers to grow in their faith and obedience to God's commandments. This can be done through Bible studies, small groups, and one-on-one mentorship.
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| Baptism: |
Baptism is a public declaration of faith and an important step in a believer's spiritual journey. Encouraging and facilitating baptisms within our communities helps new believers to openly profess their commitment to Yeshua.
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| Teaching God's Commandments: |
Teaching others to observe all that Yeshua commanded involves instruction in the truth of Scripture. This includes living by God's moral and ethical standards and demonstrating how to apply biblical principles in everyday life.
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| The Power of Healing and Deliverance: |
In addition to these foundational elements, the Great Commission also encompasses the continuation of Yeshua’s work of healing and deliverance. Yeshua empowered His disciples to heal the sick and cast out demons, and this mandate remains relevant for believers today.
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| Healing the Sick: |
| Yeshua instructed His disciples to heal the sick as part of their ministry. "He sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal the sick." (Luke 9:2) |
He also promised that these signs would accompany believers: "They will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well." (Mark 16:18)
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| Casting Out Demons: |
| Yeshua gave His disciples authority to cast out demons. "He called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness." (Matthew 10:1) |
This authority is still available to believers today: "In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues." (Mark 16:17)
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| Empowerment through the Holy Spirit: |
The Great Commission is carried out through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Your faith is the channel through which the divine power passes. In Acts 1:8, Yeshua promised, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses." The Holy Spirit equips us with the power and boldness to fulfill the Great Commission, including healing and deliverance.
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| Conclusion: |
Living out the Great Commission today involves sharing the Gospel, making disciples, baptizing new believers, and teaching them to observe God's commandments. Additionally, we are called to continue Yeshua’s work of healing the sick and casting out demons, empowered by the Holy Spirit. By embracing this mission, we demonstrate God’s love, compassion, and authority in a world in need of hope and restoration.
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May you be led by the Holy Spirit to actively live out the Great Commission, bringing healing and freedom to those around you.
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