“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.” Matthew 28.14. What does this command of Jesus mean?

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“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.”  Matthew 28.14.                                                                  

What does this command of Jesus mean?

Thomas Kee 9/10

In today’s society people can make others into disciples without realising it.  The world relies on a few people to act as examples and model Christians to set an example for others.  These are people like Mother Teresa who stepped aside from the normal routine of life to give up theirs to help others.

In 1948 Mother Teresa was granted permission to leave her post at the convent and begin a ministry among the sick. In 1952 Mother Teresa opened the Nirmal Hriday (Pure Heart) Home for Dying Destitutes in Calcutta. Subsequently she extended her work to five continents.

The rich young man ( Matthew 19:16-30), A wealthy Jew asked Jesus what he needs to do to receive eternal life. Jesus answers him that he needs to obey the commandments. The man then asks him what he needs to do to be perfect. Jesus answered him that he needs to give up everything he owns and to follow Jesus. However, the man refused and walked away sadly.

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This story is an example of someone who cannot give up all his money to be a true disciple, but people like mother Teresa who give up everything they have to help the sick, poor and those in need. By doing this they help people on the road to discipleship by acting as examples.

“Happy are those who are humble,” You can lead people on the road to discipleship by being a good Christian. You don’t have to preach to them and show off how holy you are, but be kind, generous and helpful and they will learn from you.

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