Mark 16:15-18

Jesus Gives the Great Commission

16 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.

17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;

18 they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well."

The Great Commission of Christ

These passages are the foundation for the growth of the Christian church. Also, Jesus' great commission to His disciples is the force that drives missionaries into sometimes hostile regions of the world to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to those who have not yet heard it.

What is a Missionary?

Let's stop here for a moment and think about the definition of a missionary. One dictionary description says: "One who is sent on a mission, especially one sent to do religious or charitable work in a territory or foreign country. "

We are Missionaries

If we accept this definition, a missionary is not just a person who teaches the Gospel in a foreign country (especially) but it could also define you when you have the opportunity to share your faith with family members; coworkers; a neighbor in need; etc.

We are on mission no matter where we go or what we are doing. A call to ministry is not just standing in a pulpit. Remember what Christ commissioned us to do and pray that he gives us the boldness for this task. The great commission is meant as an action for us to do, not just something else to read and study. What is your mission?

Love in Christ

- Bob

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