Guiding Question:
What does it mean to truly follow Jesus—not just by coming to church, but by going out into the world as His representatives?
Summary
Description:
In this bold and energizing message, Robert Lewis challenges believers to rethink their understanding of the Christian life. Drawing from Genesis 12 and Matthew 28, Lewis identifies a single word—“Go”—as the defining call of both Israel and the Church. The Christian life isn’t about endlessly attending services; it’s about being sent out, equipped to make disciples and bless others.
Lewis unpacks three key ingredients for “go living”: conviction (believing this is the best way to live), finding a personal fit (discovering how you are uniquely wired to serve), and being equipped (having the confidence to effectively help others). Through stories of real people—like a man leading Men's Fraternity in Iraq and a car dealer starting spiritual conversations at work—he illustrates how “going” leads to the most vibrant, Spirit-filled Christian life.
He also casts vision for how the church might release everyday believers to be local missionaries, start “mini-churches,” or lead high-impact equipping sessions using trusted resources. The message is both a wake-up call and a blueprint for turning passive attenders into active ambassadors for Christ.
Outline:
The Problem of Passive Christianity – Too many believers repeat basic training without engaging the mission.
The “Go” Command – Genesis 12 and Matthew 28 as pivotal moments in redemptive history.
Three Essentials for Going:
Be convinced it’s the best way to live.
Find your personal fit.
Get equipped to make a real impact.
Modern Examples of “Go People” – Personal stories of mission in Iraq, local businesses, and church members.
Jesus' Catch-and-Release Model – Discipleship was never meant to be stagnant.
Vision for a “Go Church” – Dreaming of house churches, equipping ministries, and spiritual entrepreneurship.
Practical Models for Going:
High-touch mini churches.
High-interest equipping.
High-impact family training.
Conclusion & Prayer – Asking God to make Fellowship a church of movement, not maintenance.
Key Takeaways
The call to “go” is foundational to both Old and New Testament faithfulness.
Many believers feel spiritually bored or disconnected because they’ve stopped moving outward.
Going isn’t just about missions; it’s about finding your fit and serving in meaningful, everyday ways.
Real spiritual growth and experiences of God’s power happen most often on the “front lines.”
The church must shift from being event-driven to being mission-driven.
You don’t have to be a preacher—just a willing participant with a passion to reach others.
Scriptural References
Genesis 12:1–3 – God’s call to Abraham: “Go…and you will be a blessing.”
Matthew 28:18–20 – The Great Commission: “Go and make disciples…”
Titus 2:14 – God redeems us to be “zealous for good deeds.”
John 10:10 – Life to the full comes through following Jesus actively.
2 Corinthians 5:20 – We are Christ’s ambassadors.
Recorded 3/19/06
