“The Reason Why You Are Here”

Week # 2

Scripture Focus:

“Therefore Go and make disciples of all nations…” Matthew 28: 19a

Aim For The Week:

• To feel spiritually alive while embracing the command to become active in a direct way
• To grow in wonder at the privilege of partnership
• To understand what it takes to “make disciples”
• What did “all nations” mean then and now

 

Main Point: There must be an intentional response to Jesus’ call to make disciples (not converts) of all people regardless of racial, social, economic backgrounds

The goal this week is to encourage us to be intentional and global in making disciples out of obedience and in response to Jesus’ command

 

• Its a command
• It will require action, intentionality, commitment and sacrifice. Because building the church of Jesus Christ will not happen accidentally
• we are not merely called to bear witness and convert people to faith but make disciples which implies long term commitment to the process
• All nations, cultures, races, social-economic backgrounds are our target

 

Putting It Into Practice:

 

• Do you know someone who needs to hear the gospel that you can begin praying for
• Do you know how to articulate the Gospel in clear, simple terms
• Do you consider yourself to be a disciple (one who is on a journey of learning and transformation to become more like Jesus) If so, are you ready to make more disciples
• What does GO-ing look like to you,

 

Prayer Focus:

“Ask the Holy Spirit to open up opportunities for you to share the gospel and to provide you with the boldness and wisdom as you share

 

Ask the Holy Spirit to give you increased boldness and a real sense of wisdom as you share the hope of God’s Love, Grace, and Mercy wrapped up in the message of the cross. Increase your openness to engage with new people who may not look like you and who may come from differing backgrounds and or cultures. To help you define your role in the disciple making process. Help you to lean on the strength and authority of Christ Jesus as you step out on faith to exact this command.

 

Here is a link to the passport for all 4 weeks

http://www.northccc.com/uploads/8/4/2/3/8423023/_go__sermon_series_passport-3__1_.pdf