Jesus’ final instructions to his disciples were aimed at ensuring his message of God’s kingdom would continue to spread throughout the world long after he was gone. In these final commands, Jesus outlined the fundamental duties of his followers – to go, make disciples, baptize and teach others to obey all that he commanded.
- Jesus’ final command was for his followers to make disciples of all nations by going, baptizing and teaching others.
- Making disciples was the primary responsibility Jesus gave his followers. Their lives and resources should systematically support this mission.
- Jesus promised that he would always be with his followers as they obeyed this Great Commission.
Jesus’ Great Commission outlines our fundamental purpose and responsibilities as his followers – to multiply ourselves by making disciples who obey Jesus’ teachings. When we fulfill this, we have his promise that he will forever be with us. Let us faithfully fulfill the mission Jesus has entrusted to us.