Verse of the Day 2/17
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Amen.
Today's verses came up in the read through the New Testament plan that I follow. They are the final verses in the book of Matthew and give the marching orders for all who will call themselves disciples or followers of Jesus. It starts with "go", it requires action and it doesn't happen by chance, we don't wait for it, we go out and reach others.
We've spent some time in verses and posts, as well as hymns saying how important it is to spending time with God in His Word. It lays the groundwork for the "go and make disciples". If we are to go out and proclaim we have to know what the good Word truly is.
The other thing to keep in mind is that we are never alone in this, Jesus promises to be with us "always, even to the end of the age".
I believe that it was Francis of Assisi that said "go and preach the gospel, and if necessary use words." He wasn't saying that we need not study, but rather it was a matter of applyiing our faith, living it out, demonstating Christ in us, the power of the gospel.
1 Out in the highways and byways of life,
Many are weary and sad;
Carry the sunshine where darkness is rife,
Making the sorrowing glad.
Refrain:
Make me a blessing, Make me a blessing.
Out of my life may Jesus shine;
Make me a blessing, O Savior, I pray.
Make me a blessing to someone today.
2 Tell the sweet story of Christ and his love,
Tell of his pow'r to forgive;
Others will trust him if only you prove
True, ev'ry moment you live. [Refrain]
3 Give as 'twas given to you in your need,
Love as the Master loved you;
Be to the helpless a helper indeed,
Unto your mission be true. [Refrain]
Blessings,
Mike
Ephesians 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace. NIV
The Great Commission
16 Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, to the mountain which Jesus had appointed for them. 17 When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some doubted.
18 And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Amen.
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