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Matthew 28:19

 

Matthew 28:19 — Backstory

Matthew 28:19 (KJV):

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:”

Matthew 28:19 comes at the end of Jesus' earthly ministry, after His resurrection. 

The disciples had seen Jesus crucified, buried, and then raised from the dead. Jesus met them in Galilee, where He had directed them to go.

Before giving them this command, Jesus declared that all power was given unto Him in heaven and in earth. He then gave His disciples their mission: go into all nations and make disciples, teaching people about Him and baptizing those who believe.

This was much bigger than the disciples simply preaching to people in their own communities. Jesus was sending them beyond Israel to “all nations.” The Gospel was to be shared with the entire world.

Matthew 28:19 is part of what is commonly called the Great Commission. Jesus was preparing His followers to continue His work after He returned to heaven.
The significance: Jesus gave His disciples a worldwide assignment—to go, make disciples, baptize, and teach. The mission that began with a small group of disciples would eventually spread the Gospel throughout the world.

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A Christian who chooses to live life any kind of way can weaken their own witness. Our lives should reflect the faith we profess. People are watching not only what we say about Christ, but also how we treat others, handle difficulties, make decisions, and conduct ourselves when no one is watching.

This does not mean Christians are expected to be perfect. We will make mistakes, fall short, and need God's grace. But there should be a difference between occasionally stumbling and deliberately choosing a lifestyle that contradicts the Word of God.

Our testimony becomes more powerful when our daily lives support the message we preach. When people see love, integrity, humility, forgiveness, self-control, and faithfulness in us, our lives can point them toward Christ rather than give them a reason to question the faith we profess.

In short: Your witness is not only what you tell people about Jesus—it is also what your life tells people about Jesus.

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Material possessions do not make you a disciple of Christ. Having money, a nice home, a successful career, or beautiful possessions is not wrong in itself. The issue is what has first place in your heart.

A disciple is identified not by what they own, but by who they follow. Jesus calls us to put Him first, obey His Word, love others, serve with humility, and be willing to surrender anything that competes with our relationship with Him.
You can have very little and still be rich in faith. You can also have great wealth and still faithfully follow Christ. Possessions are things you have; discipleship is a life you live.

The real question isn't, “How much do I have?” but “How much does Christ have of me?”

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