Something so easy to do that 12 ordinary, untrained men did it.
Something so powerful that it can transform individuals, communities and nations.
Something so simple that even a child can grasp it.
…….Going and making disciples of Jesus Christ.
There are two issues here. First of all we need to “Go”. That means leaving something. Leaving our comfort zone, family, our financial security or even our country. But whether you go overseas or next door it still involves going.
The second issue is how do we make disciples of Jesus Christ? Well if we are a disciple of Jesus Christ then we are simply passing on everything we do. A disciple is someone who hears the word of God or the teachings of Jesus and who does them. (John 15)
What did Jesus ask His disciples to do…..”Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the son and of the Holy Spirit and teach them to observe everything I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:18-20)
So if we think about what Jesus has asked us to do then what are two things that are going to hinder people joining in with His work in the nations?
1. People thinking that it actually is not about “Going”, serving or sharing anything with others but rather about receiving God into everything we are doing and Him blessing us
2. Making things so complicated that only certain professionals or trained people can do the job.
Anyone thinking what I’m thinking…..?
How are you going and making disciples?
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July 9th, 2010
So encouraging to hear that we don’t have to be professionals and that yes, even a child can disciple someone. Can we have a child-like dependence/trust in God to disciple someone?
I have the privilege of working with families who have children with FASD Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and other complex issues. I get to serve them and it seems that God just does the rest. They come up with the questions. I don’t have to push anything. I just validate who they are in Christ and then that part of them that God made them with comes alive. They know what’s true just like a child knows.
It’s not easy for me to open myself up to their pain and their needs, but that is what Jesus requires of us. That is what He did. That is what makes life meaningful.