And JESUS came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to ME in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the FATHER and of the SON and of the HOLY SPIRIT, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Amen.
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JESUS left us with a Blueprint. By HIS authority, HE gave us a clear blueprint to follow! And I love how HIS blueprint is laid out. 1) GO!, we can’t just sit in the pews! HE commanded us to GO! 2) Make disciples! We are to pray for workers, but JESUS told us to make disciples. 3) Baptize in the name of the FATHER, SON, and HOLY SPIRIT! It is the Trinity that we must baptize in! 4)Teach the observance of all things JESUS commanded!
The basics of the Blueprint is to “GO, Make, Baptize, and Teach!” So how does our focus transfer to bigger buildings, elaborate sanctuaries, huge podiums made of glass, 200 inch TV screens, etc? All these things should only be by-products of sticking with the Blueprint. Of course you need a larger space for people to come in and worship, but JESUS said GO make disciples. And we will need more people to work the programs and ministries, but JESUS said GO make disciples. Yes, I know it takes more money to take care of bigger churches (worship centers), but again, JESUS said to GO make disciples! Instead of spending years trying to make good worshipers, great workers, and dedicated givers . . . pray that GOD lead us in making disciples. Because GODLY disciples love to worship! They look forward to the opportunity to work for the Kingdom! And believe it or not . . . GODLY disciples are dedicated givers, not only of tithes, but also with their time and talent(s)! Let’s stick with the Blueprint!
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