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Matthew 28:19&20
"19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen."

Gathering in Jesus' name is more vital now than ever. Just before ascending to heaven, He gave these words to His eleven disciples.

"Go therefore" is often taught as a direct command, but the Greek uses a participle ("as you are going"). The emphasis falls on making disciples in everyday life, not solely through distant missions.

"Make disciples of all nations"
The central command is to make disciples—not just convert, but mentor believers into lifelong obedience to Christ. "All nations" (Greek: panta ta ethne) means all ethnic groups, extending God's salvation beyond Israel to the whole world.

"Baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit" marks entry into the covenant community and public identification with the Triune God—the starting point of discipleship.

"Teaching them to observe all I have commanded."
Discipleship requires ongoing instruction in Jesus' teachings, emphasizing obedience and life transformation, not mere knowledge.

"I am with you always"
Jesus promises His continual presence through the Holy Spirit, empowering and comforting believers in this mission until the end of the age.

This passage defines the church's global mission: multiply disciples through evangelism, baptism, and teaching—grounded in Christ's supreme authority (v. 18) over heaven and earth, and sustained by His abiding presence.

Jesus is not merely a teacher or prophet, but the divine, exalted King over all creation. We must take His commands seriously. As we observe Lent in preparation for Holy Week and Easter, let's seek ways to better serve our Lord and Savior.
Amen! 🙏✝️
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