Go and Make Disciples

Last week I challenged you to look for the “commissions” that Jesus gave us. Did you find all of them? There are 5 “commissions” for us as believers. You can find one in each Gospel and one in the book of Acts.

Matthew 28:19-20 is the first “commission” we find. It tells us to “Go and make disciples of all nations.” As a kid, the emphasis was on the “go.” But in the original Greek, the text more accurately says, “As you are going, make disciples.” The reality is making disciples is not just something for missionaries. It is something we are all to do wherever we are at. None of us are off the hook.

So how are you doing? Let me encourage you to look for natural opportunities. Making disciples is not meant to be a classroom experience. It takes place as you rub shoulders with others each and every day. It happens when you meet regularly to pray, when you have teachable moments with another Christian, or when you model a godly life.

Let me also encourage you to think a little outside the box. For some of you God may have something new and different in mind for the “second half” of your lives. We are offering the Ignite Halftime Conference this weekend for this very purpose. It is one way you can explore how God can use your experience and passions to build His kingdom. This does not mean you have to become a “full-time missionary.” There are a number of ways you can serve the kingdom by just carving out a portion of your week. Our Ignite team would be glad to explore some options with you. Contact me for more information.