Beloved,
In Mark 16:14 Jesus sharply rebuked the 11 because they did not believe those who had seen him after he was risen! He expected more from them. He had told them that he would be risen. No wonder the Lord upbraided them, that is, to criticize severely, reproach severely or scold vehemently.
But then the Lord turned around and did something astonishing and astounding…He charged that bunch with the Great Commission!…”Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature!”
Why? As inadequate as they were, they were the best he had, in fact, all He had! So he had to entrust the Great Commission to them!
Beloved, it seems like even after almost 2000 years later, Jesus still doesn’t have a more adequate workforce to work with regarding the Great Commission!
When was the last time you went into your world and preached the gospel by telling someone about Jesus, praying with someone or inviting someone to church? Or, just letting it be known that you are a follower of Jesus?
If you haven’t what you’re feeling right now is not condemnation but conviction… there is a difference. Condemnation is a locked prison where there is no way out. But, obedience is the unlocked-wide-opened door of conviction! Obedience, in this case, to the Great Commission. Let’s get it done! Shall we?
I love you!
Pastor Shina
