Topic
Mission
Go to all nations
The outward drive of the gospel: from Jerusalem to Judea, Samaria and the ends of the earth. From Peter's first sermon to Paul's journeys all the way to Rome, the good news crosses borders, cultures and languages.
From Jerusalem to the ends of the earth
Before ascending, Jesus sends them out: make disciples of all nations. The Christian faith is, by nature, sent.
Ordinary people, sent
It was fishermen and a tax collector who spread the message across the Empire. The mission doesn't wait for the perfect; it sends the available.
Did you know?
- “Go and make disciples of all nations.” Matthew 28:19
Where to read in the Bible
- Matthew 28:18–20
- Acts 1:8
Connections
- theme of The Ascension · stated in the text · Matthew 28:19
- linked to The Twelve Apostles · cross-reference · Matthew 28:19