In some of his last words, in Matthew 28:16-20, Jesus gave a clear mission to his disciples: to make more disciples of all people groups until the end of the age. As it is easy for the church to get distracted from our mission by many other good activities, Jesus’ words refocus us and send us out. Today’s sermon reviews not only what our mission is but also ways we can accomplish it in our daily lives.
Daniel’s three friends preferred to die rather than renounce their faith, knowing that God would be with them no matter what.
The parable often called the Wheat and the Tares gives hope that one day all will be made right.
Although Christians will grieve the loss of loved ones, we have two solid reasons for hope.