Thursday, March 30, 2023

Commonly called the Great Commission, these are Jesus’ final instructions to His first disciples before His ascension. And what a rich statement it is! We, as followers of Jesus, are called to be imitators of His love, conduits of His grace, and beacons of His truth. We have been entrusted with a great responsibility and treasure: the knowledge of the Good News that the crucified Lord Jesus has been raised, and in Him, we have hope for eternity.

This Good News is too good to keep to ourselves, so we have been tasked to continue with the good work that Jesus started, sharing this message of hope with a hurting, alienated, and dying world. To every nation, every tribe, every ethnic group, and every language, we are to carry this message of hope. Not just that others may hear the Good News, but that they may experience the fullness of love, joy, peace, and hope, which comes from knowing Jesus. This comes with no limitation, obstacle, or barrier, as Jesus Christ promises to be with us no matter the situation or the condition — until the end of age.

What a blessing to have Christ with us as we go forth and accomplish this Great Commission. Come on now, and let’s get going!

Haggai sharpened my skills to effectively preach the Gospel with the focus of always appealing for a verdict.