The Great Commission

What it means

All authority belongs to Jesus, therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising and teaching them, and he is with us to the end of the age.

Why every Christian should know it

The command sits between authority and presence. It is not a burden handed to us alone.

Cross references

• Acts 1:8
• Mark 16:15
• John 20:21

Pray it back

Lord, you have all authority and you are with me. Send me to the people you have already put near me.

What it means

You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes, and you will be witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and to the ends of the earth.

Why every Christian should know it

It names the resource before the reach. Witness is the Spirit's work through ordinary people.

Cross references

• Luke 24:47-49
• Acts 4:31
• Romans 1:16

Pray it back

Spirit of God, give me power to be a witness where I am before I ask for somewhere else.

What it means

Set apart Christ as Lord in your heart, and always be ready to give a reason for your hope, with gentleness and respect.

Why every Christian should know it

It asks for readiness and manner together. How we answer matters as much as what we answer.

Cross references

• Colossians 4:5-6
• 2 Timothy 2:24-25
• Titus 2:7-8

Pray it back

Lord, make me ready to explain my hope, and keep me gentle when I do.

What it means

Paul is not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.

Why every Christian should know it

It answers the quiet embarrassment most believers feel. The gospel is powerful, not fragile.

Cross references

• 1 Corinthians 1:18
• 2 Timothy 1:8
• Mark 8:38

Pray it back

Father, take away my shame. Your gospel is power, and I will not hide it today.