In Matthew 28:19-20 Jesus tells his followers that they are to “go” and make converts, saved people, new church members. No, this isn’t what God said. He asks us to be disciple-makers, who teach others how to live and love like Jesus. The agenda is much larger than “saving souls.” It involves helping others make the transformational journey into Christlikeness. However, we cannot give away what we don’t have ourselves. We need to be on that same journey to fulfill this “Great Command.”
Scripture:
• Spend some time slowly reading and meditating in Matthew 28:19-20.
Reflection
• What is the difference between being a Christian and being a disciple/apprentice?
• How would you explain the difference between:
o Intending to make disciples and letting converts happen (and)
o Intending to make converts and letting disciples happen? (Johnson, Jan and Matthews, Keith, Study Guide to The Divine Conspiracy, p. 9)
Practice:
• Consider every aspect of your life (home, work, neighborhood, friendships) and how you are reflecting Jesus. What would you like others to learn about Jesus from you? How can you model the virtues of Jesus in all your relationships? How can you teach others how to do all that Jesus did?
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