At first there was to be little instruction but they were to follow Christ
Twice Christ commissioned the disciples to proclaim the gospel. First was to the Jewish people and then to the whole world.
1.Reproduce Christ in your life and service
Submit as a slave to your master – Mat 10:24
Bond slaves were a piece of property. They were solely for the masters use and for his benefit. He was expected to do as he was told. We are to serve in love, adoration and thanksgiving.
Strive to be like your teacher and Lord – Mat 10:25a
2.Proclaim Christ's message clearly and boldly
Expect and endure spiritual opposition – Mat 10:25b-26
Stay true to His Word and true to your calling – Mat 10:27-28
Trust God to uphold you at all times. - Mat 10:29-31
Identify openly with Christ and His cause – Mat 10:32-33
3.Serve Christ above all, regardless of the cost
Expect the sword of conflict and division. - Mat 10:34-36
Put allegiance to Christ above family ties – Mat 10:37
“Lose your life” for Christ's sake – Mat 10:38-39
4.Support those who trust and serve God
Receive other believers as you would Christ. - Mat 10:40
Encourage and support Gods servants – Mat 10:41
Attend the needs of Christ's little ones – Mat 10:42
5.Heed Christ's commands and follow His example – Mat 11:1
6.Fulfil Christ's Great Commission
Go with Christ's authority, His message, and His presence – Mat 28:18-20
Go to everyone everywhere, giving them the Gospel – Mark 16:15
Go proclaiming salvation through the crucified and risen Christ. - Luke 24:46-48
Go with the same dedication and commitment Christ exhibited – John 20:21
Go as Christ's witnesses, in the power of the Holy Spirit – Acts 1:6-9
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