Matthew 28: 16-20 the Great Commission

¹⁶ But the eleven disciples proceeded to Galilee, to the mountain which Jesus had designated. ¹⁷ When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some were doubtful. ¹⁸ And Jesus came up 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 the Son and the Holy Spirit, ²⁰ teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

The conclusion of the Gospel of Matthew features the Risen Christ appearing to his disciples to give them their instructions. Originally he sent them only to the Lost Sheep of Israel. Now he instructs them to take the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the nations. It is through this bank of eleven men that Christ would become known. They accomplished this by writing down what they have personally seen and heard. It is this inspired word that endured after the passing of the eye-witnesses to Jesus life and work. They are to make disciples, which are mature believers in his saving work. They are to baptize them, which is a means of grace for the forgiveness of sin. He assures them that he will be with them and will also send the Holy Spirit so that their work would be fruitful and be accomplished.

Daily Prayer: Lord Jesus, I realize that your command her was originally to the eleven disciples, but it is also for me. I too, am a witness of your saving grace and can help accomplish the Great Commission by sharing my story and your work with my neighbors. In your holy name I pray Amen.