Sermon & Small Group ResourcesThis is the fourth sermon in our series on the Priorities of Jesus. This sermon is ‘COMMISSION: Make Disciples’. Preacher: The Rev’d Adam Lowe. Bible Reading: Matthew 28:16-20DOWNLOAD the Small Group Questions, Going Deeper, and Sermon Transcript (PDF).










Next Steps this Week


BIBLE READING: Matthew 28:16-20



Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore 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 teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”


SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS



Download in PDF format.CONNECT: How could you grow in your love for God and neighbour in 2022? WARM-UP What are the most memorable ‘final instructions’ that you have given or received before going away? In what way are all disciples of Jesus disciple-making disciples? How are we all sent? Read Matthew 28:16-20 What has happened up to this point in Matthew 28? What do you think the disciples were expecting to happen as they waited for Jesus? What do the disciples do when they see Jesus? What does this tell us about who they thought Jesus was? Is it surprising that - as a group - worship was intermingled with doubt? How can this be true for us? How comprehensive is the authority that has been given to Jesus? Is there anyone with more? How is Jesus’ authority the basis for being sent? How should this drive and give us confidence? If our purpose as disciples comes from Jesus (i.e., from outside of us), how is this counter-cultural? How is it exciting to know that we’ve been caught up in a purpose greater than ourselves? (Re) Read Matthew 28:19-20 What do you think it means to make disciples, teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded? In what area of your life has God been recently teaching you greater obedience? What is the link between baptism and the making of disciples? How are we involved in this? What are the frontlines to which Jesus has sent you? Can you name three people on your frontlines whom you long to become passionate followers of Jesus? How are Christians sometimes in danger of turning the ‘Great Commission’ into the ‘Great Omission’? How is it tremendous Good News that as we are sent, that Jesus is with us? How can we cultivate a life that is shaped by activity for Jesus and intimacy with Jesus? If we are sent on the basis of Jesus’ authority and with his presence, what confidence should that give us as we seek to make disciples on our frontlines? How can this encourage you this week? APPLY: Who are THREE people on your frontlines whom you long to become followers of Jesus? What would practically help you cultivate a habit of praying for them daily?


PRAYER



Gracious God, thank you that all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Jesus! Please help us to identify disciple-making opportunities on all of our frontlines - that our life’s purpose will be shaped by your mission to the world. Thank you that we do not do this alone, but with the very power of Jesus. Amen. 



GOING DEEPER



On Your Frontline This Week: What does it look like to prioritise Jesus on your frontline? What might you adopt, stop, or focus on this year? Listen, Watch, and Read: ARTICLE: “What is a Whole-Life Disciple?” by the London Institute of ChristianityAUDIO: “The Authority of the Risen Lord” by John StottAUDIO: “Why Jesus when there are so many options?” by Kanishka RaffelAUDIO: “The Resurrection and the Great Commission” by William TaylorBOOK: “The Radical Disciple” by John StottSERIES Resources:Series overviewBOOK: “Resilient Disciples” by Rick Hill BOOK: “Need to Know” by Gary Millar ARTICLE: “What is a Whole-Life Disciple” by LICC (London Institute of Contemporary Christianity)Grow as Families Each week St Bart’s Kids and CHARGE Youth provides resources for you to use at home. Join the livestream and then spend 30 minutes to work through these together.Families: Read, Chat, Do, and PrayHigh School: CHARGE Discussion QuestionsKids’ Talk: Watch the Kids’ TalkeBook: Watch the eBook

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