The primary mission of Christ was to preach the Gospel, which the Church must continue.
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Our message today is entitled: The primary mission of Christ was to preach the Gospel, which the Church must continue.
In the book of Luke, chapter 4, verses 42 to 44, the passage reads:
”At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place. The people were looking for him, and when they came to where he was, they tried to keep him from leaving them. But he said, ‘I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns also because that is why I was sent.’ And he kept on preaching in the synagogues of Judea.”
This passage reveals several aspects of Jesus’ mission and his zeal for spreading the Gospel:
- Solitude and Prayer: Before making decisions about his ministry, Jesus often withdrew to solitary places to pray and seek guidance from God. In this case, he started his day in prayer, indicating the importance of communion with the Father in his ministry.
- He was proclaiming the Good News: Jesus states explicitly that he must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God. This highlights the central focus of his mission—to announce the coming of God’s kingdom. This proclamation was not limited to a specific location but was intended for all towns.
- Global Outreach: Although the passage in Luke, chapter 4, verses 42 to 44, talks about Jesus traveling from one town to another within a specific area, the overall message of the Gospel is universal. For example, the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19–20 shows how Christ wanted the Gospel to reach people worldwide. He told His disciples to preach the Gospel to everyone and to water-baptize anyone who heard it in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They were also told to keep teaching the new believers to follow the Lord’s teachings until the end of the church age.
- Internet and Satellites: While the passage in Luke chapter 4, verse 42, predates the technological advancements of the internet and satellites, one can draw an analogy between Jesus’ desire to proclaim the Gospel to all towns and the modern concept of using various mediums to reach people globally. The internet and satellites can be seen as contemporary tools for spreading the Gospel’s message to all nations.
Luke chapter 4, verse 42, underscores the universal nature of Jesus’ mission to proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God. While the specific means may have evolved with time and the rise of technology, the core message remains the same, emphasizing the importance of reaching people globally with the Gospel.
Let’s delve into several key biblical passages that emphasize the global outreach of the Gospel:
1. The Great Commission in the book of Matthew, chapter 28, verses 19 to 20:
Jesus, after his resurrection, gave the disciples the Great Commission, instructing them to go and make disciples of all the nations. This command reflects the universal scope of the gospel message.
In the Book of Matthew, chapter 28, verses 19 to 20, Jesus gave this command to His disciples and said, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you at the very end of the age.”
2. The Day of Pentecost, in the book of Acts, chapter 2, verses 1 to 12:
The Holy Spirit descends on the apostles, enabling them to speak different languages. This event symbolizes the global nature of the Gospel and foreshadows its spread among people of various languages and cultures.
The book of Acts, chapter 2, verses 5 to 6, says: “Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment because each one heard their own language being spoken.”
3. Paul’s Missionary Journeys Acts chapter verses 13 to 28:
The Book of Acts records Paul’s extensive travels to regions beyond Jerusalem, reaching both Jews and Gentiles. His missionary journeys illustrate the intentional effort to take the Gospel to diverse communities.
Acts chapter 13, verse 47 states: “For this is what the Lord has commanded us: ‘I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.'”
4. The Vision of the Sheet in the book of Acts chapter 10, verses 9 to 16:
Peter’s vision and subsequent encounter with Cornelius demonstrate God’s intention to include the Gentiles in the gospel plan. This event is pivotal in breaking down barriers and expanding the outreach of the Gospel.
Acts chapter 10, verses 34 to 35, says: “Then Peter began to speak: ‘I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is right.'”
5. The Revelation of John, in Revelation chapter 7, verse 9:
John’s vision in Revelation depicts a multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne. This imagery reinforces the ultimate fulfillment of the Gospel’s global impact.
The book of Revelation chapter 7, verse 9 reads: “After this, I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people, and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.”
The Gospel is meant for all people of the earth. And that’s why Jesus came.
The Bible consistently portrays the Gospel as a message intended for all people, transcending geographical, cultural, and linguistic boundaries. Jesus’ great commission to His disciples, the events of Pentecost, Paul’s missionary journeys, Peter’s vision, and John’s Revelation collectively emphasize the expansive and inclusive nature of the gospel outreach.
I will also provide a more detailed exploration of the theme of global gospel outreach, backed by critical scriptural references. Please take notes as we explore this further.
The following are the fundamental theological principles about the nature of God, the sovereignty of Jesus, and the global reach of the Gospel.
1. Jesus as the Unchanging King:
The statement “Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever more” echoes the sentiments expressed in the New Testament. The author of Hebrews writes:
Hebrews chapter 13, verse 8: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.”
This verse emphasizes the unchanging nature of Jesus, highlighting his eternal and unwavering character.
2. The King of Glory, we read that in the book of Psalm chapter 24, verses 7 to 10:
Psalm 24 beautifully declares the Lord’s sovereignty over the earth. The phrase “The King of Glory” underscores God’s majesty and dominion.
Psalm chapter 24, verse 10, pauses: “Who is he, this King of glory? The Lord Almighty—he is the King of glory.”
3. The Earth Belongs to the Lord as seen in Psalm chapter 24, verse 1:
Psalm chapter 24, verse 1 emphasizes God’s ownership of the earth. This truth aligns with the biblical understanding that God is the Creator and Sustainer of everything.
Psalm chapter 24, verse 1 reads: “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.”
4. The Gospel’s Global Reach as referenced in Matthew chapter 24 verse 14:
Matthew chapter 24, verse 14, highlights the significance of global gospel outreach about the end times.
Matthew chapter 24, verse 14 reads: “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”
This verse underscores the pivotal role of spreading the Gospel to all nations as part of God’s plan for the culmination of history.
In Conclusion:
Our broadcast today collectively paints a biblical narrative of God’s unchanging nature, His sovereignty over the earth, and His heart for the global mission of the Gospel. The interconnectedness of these themes underscores a consistent biblical message about God’s eternal plan for salvation reaching every corner of the world.
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