🌍 The Great Commission: Embark on a Holy Adventure With Jesus 🎢
Definition
The Great Commission is essentially Jesus’ epic final mission briefing found in Matthew 28:18-20. Imagine it like the powerful words before someone drops the mic: “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Meaning
This monumental mandate to the disciples - and by extension to all Christians - is a call to action! It’s like Jesus saying, “Alright team, time to get off the bench and play the game!”
Synonyms
- Divine Directive
- Holy Mission
- Evangelical Errand
- Sacred Assignment
Antonyms
- Evangelical Inaction
- Sacred Silence
- Disciple-less Pause
Key Takeaways
- Authority: You have the ultimate backing because Jesus has all authority!
- Action: “Go,” as in, get moving - this isn’t a sit-around-and-meditate job.
- Discipleship: Make disciples, not just converts. Nurture followers of Christ.
- Baptism: A public declaration and spiritual milestone.
- Teaching: Educate people to understand what Jesus taught.
- Presence: Jesus promises to be with us always, even when you’re in the metaphorical jungles of the mission field.
Importance
The Great Commission is critical in driving the life-purpose of Christians and the church at large. It’s the reason why Sunday school classes, mission trips to exotic places, or even those cookies you deliver to neighbors, exist. Without this, Christianity would be a pretty introverted faith.
Types of Discipleship
- One-on-One Mentoring: Think of a classic old-school apprenticeship, Falstaff and Hal vibes.
- Group Studies: Like a book club but with more praying and less arguing about literary merit.
- Online Outreach: Remember Paul’s epistles? Consider those the ancient blog posts of faith.
- Service Projects: Faith in action, roll up your sleeves and get to work.
Examples
- Historical: Apostle Paul traveling from town to town preaching, getting into more shipwrecks than you have socks.
- Modern: Youth groups on mission trips to build schools or hospitals in underprivileged areas.
Funny Humor Filled Quotes
- “Discipleship: Because Jesus didn’t say, ’now sit back and relax, I’ve got this.’” — Apostle Almost Famous
- “A long journey starts with a single step. Or in Christian terms, one awkwardly enthusiastic evangelist.” — Saint of Sarcasm
Suggested Literature
- “Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis
- “The Great Evangelical Recession” by John S. Dickerson
- “Radical” by David Platt
Related Terms with Definitions
- Evangelism: The enthusiastic sharing of the gospel, often involves standing on soapboxes and passing out pamphlets.
- Missionary Work: Taking evangelism global—say, turning your spring break into a chance to build wells in Africa.
- Apologetics: Defending the faith, it’s like being a lawyer for Jesus.
Comparison to Related Terms (Pros and Cons)
Evangelism vs. Discipleship
- Pros:
- Evangelism: Quick, impactful, reaches a lot of people immediately.
- Discipleship: Longer-term, deeper relationships, sustainable faith.
- Cons:
- Evangelism: Can be superficial, fleeting encounters.
- Discipleship: Requires consistent commitment, like a gym membership but for souls.
Quizzes
“Here’s to your next adventure, till you ‘Go therefore’ and share the good news with mirth and joy!”
Publius Prolific, Published on October 11, 2023
