Living out the Great Commission & Samaritan's Purse

How passionate are you about spreading the good news of Jesus Christ?
 
The call to share the good news is not just a task for a select few - it’s the heartbeat of the Church. From the earliest days of the apostles to the present, believers have been entrusted with a mission that transcends cultures, borders, and generations.
 
In Matthew 28:18–20, Jesus gives what we now call the Great Commission: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptising 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.”
 
This is not a suggestion - it’s a command rooted in love, obedience, and the urgency of eternity. The Church, as the body of Christ, exists not only to worship and grow in faith but also to be a light to the world, carrying the message of salvation to those who have yet to hear it.
 
Our Church has a role in this Mission. We are a launchpad for gospel work. We equip people through teaching, discipleship, and prayer, and send you (and our partnering missionaries) into our local communities and beyond. Our mission doesn’t stop at the church doors—it extends to the ends of the earth.
 
One of our Mission Partner organisations ‘Samaritan's Purse’ will be visiting this Sunday. They set a great example of living out the Great Commission. They are known for their humanitarian aid and disaster relief, they combine practical help with the hope of the gospel. Whether it’s delivering food to disaster zones, providing medical care in crisis areas, or distributing Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes filled with gifts and Scripture, their mission is clear: to meet physical needs while pointing people to Jesus.
 
Their work reflects the truth that the gospel is not only spoken - it’s demonstrated through acts of compassion. Just as Jesus healed the sick and fed the hungry while proclaiming the Kingdom, Samaritan’s Purse embodies a holistic approach to mission.
 
We too ought to take the same approach as we each share the Gospel with others. Remember, spreading the gospel is not limited to missionaries overseas - it’s a calling for every believer, every day.
 
For each of us it might look like:

• Sharing your testimony with a co-worker, neighbour, or friend.
• Supporting global missions through prayer and giving.
• Volunteering with ministries that serve the vulnerable.
• Living in such a way that your life points others to Christ.

 
The gospel is the most precious message we can carry, and we are called to be bold, compassionate, and faithful in sharing it - whether across the street or across the globe. And we must do so prayerfully, wisely, and graciously.
 
Paul writes: “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message… Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” (Colossians 4:2-6)
 
So, prayer needs to fuel our mission, wisdom shape our witness, and grace season our words.
 
The Great Commission is a lifelong journey, for every single one of us, and God has promised His presence every step of the way.
"And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." — Matthew 28:20.
 
So be encouraged to obey Christ’s command and share the good news of Jesus with someone today.
 
In Christ,
Rev Tanya