Lesson 26: Matthew 28:19
The Blueprint — The Verse
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,
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The Context — The History
JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More spoke on a mountain in Galilee after His resurrectionResurrection is God’s act of raising the dead to new life — first seen in Christ’s victory over the grave, and ultimately fulfilled when all humanity is raised for judgment, transformation, and eternal destiny. More, commissioning Jewish disciples to reach the entire world. 'All nations' was a radical expansion beyond IsraelIsrael is the covenant people chosen by Yahweh, descended from Jacob, set apart to bear God’s name, receive His promises, and reveal His character to the nations. More, and baptism in the Triune name marked entrance into a new global family.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Some disciples doubted when they saw the risen JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More, yet He claimed all authority in heaven and on earth. He then sends them outward with a mission to make disciples, baptize, teach obedienceObedience is the active, willing alignment of one’s life with God’s commands, rooted in love, loyalty, and covenant faithfulness. In Scripture, obedience is not mechanical rule‑keeping but wholehearted devotion flowing from the Shema: loving God with all heart, soul, mind, and strength. More, and trust His ongoing presence.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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And JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. More came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
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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.
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Discussion
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What does making disciples look like in your context?
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How does Jesus' promise to be with you encourage your obedienceObedience is the active, willing alignment of one’s life with God’s commands, rooted in love, loyalty, and covenant faithfulness. In Scripture, obedience is not mechanical rule‑keeping but wholehearted devotion flowing from the Shema: loving God with all heart, soul, mind, and strength. More?
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Who is one person you can invest in spiritually this month?
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