Matthew 28: IT IS DONE: NOW GO!

 

IT IS DONE: NOW GO!

Scripture:Matthew 28:1-20

Key Verses:Matthew 28:18-19 TPT Then Jesus came close to them and said, “All authority of the universe has been given to me. Now wherever you go, make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” Observation:

THE RESURRECTION IS A DECLARATION OF VICTORY. Now, there were two kinds of witnesses to Christ’s resurrection in this chapter:

(1)The first kind— after witnessing everything, they proclaimed it to others regardless of what they felt. Even with fear, they were not bothered. Their only goal was to declare Christ’s resurrection. Even when no one believed, they kept on proclaiming His resurrection.

(2)The other kind — after what they saw and experienced, they gave in to the bribe of the Pharisees. They stayed silent, and worse, they changed the story for a material reward that eventually fades and disappears.

Which am I? In my life, what am I being bribed with in exchange for my silence? Is it my job? A relationship? Money? My goals and dreams? Application:

The resurrection of Christ declared victory over death and sin and brings new life in me. After all I have seen and experienced by God’s given authority, I will uphold the Great Commission given to me, to us who believe and live in Jesus. I will not be silent. I will not be bought. I will go and make disciples. Prayer:

Lord Jesus, all authority in heaven and on earth is Yours. Thank You for the victory of the resurrection. Forgive me for the times I stayed silent because of fear, comfort, or compromise. Today, I choose to be a faithful witness. By Your authority, empower me to go, make disciples, and proclaim Your name wherever You send me. I will not trade Your truth for anything temporary. In Your name, Amen. ------------------ PASTORA CZAR - JCRC SORSOGON