Preparing for the Second Advent - The Great Commission Matthew 28:16-20 December 1, 2019 Reverend Chris Harper Introduction · Shackleton - the willingness to follow someone with a focused, compelling plan · An unusual sermon series for Advent? · Purpose of Advent and the connection with the Great Commission I. Mission for every disciple (16-18a; Eph 4:11-12) II. Ministry for every disciple (19-20; Eph 4:11-16) 1. “Make disciples” (A) Reaching & equipping (19b-20a) (B) A picture (Eph 4:11-16) (1) Growing in knowledge and love for God (2) Growing in knowledge and love for others (3) Growing in ability and desire to serve in the Kingdom of God 2. “Of all nations” (19a; Acts 1:8) III. Motivation for every disciple 1. The command itself (19a) 2. The power and presence of Jesus (A) Power (18b) (B) Presence (20b)
