Archive for January 6th, 2012

Posted on January 6, 2012 - by genes

Matthew 28:18-20

All the messages from Jesus we have studied so far this year have a similar purpose:  They tell us, in Jesus’ own words, exactly who He is and why we need to listen to Him. Few verses are more pointed in this regard than vs 18 – All authority in heaven and on earth has been give to me.  One does need to remember, when reading this verse, that it comes from the lips of the risen Lord just days after He has triumphed over death.  This is not an idle boast.  This is an authoratative statement empowered and sanctioned by the heavenly Father and the Holy Spirit.   There is to be no doubt about who Jesus is or any question about the authority with which he speaks.  Equally, there is to be no doubt about the mission of those who hear His words:  As you are going about your daily life, make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Sprit, teaching to obey everything I have commanded.   While that is a bold mission, followers of Christ should be emboldened to carry it out since Jesus, full of divine authority,  promised to be with those who do.    As our children sing:  Be bold, be strong, for the Lord our God is with you!

GRS

Posted on January 6, 2012 - by susanm

January 6, 2012

Today’s special message from Jesus Christ is:

Matthew 28:18-20
New International Version (NIV)

18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Optional reading page 21 from the book The Greatest Words Ever Spoken by Steven K. Scott.