All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 2 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker emphasizes that the Great Commission requires two parts: preaching the gospel and making disciples. True discipleship demands a total commitment to Christ, far beyond mere forgiveness or baptism. Baptism is only meaningful if the individual has first understood and accepted the absolute claims of discipleship—the willingness to die to one's own will. Furthermore, baptism must correctly acknowledge the Triune God: the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Zac Poonen · May 20, 2016
The sermon emphasizes that fulfilling the Great Commission requires making disciples, not just getting people baptized. True discipleship demands a total commitment to Christ, akin to a marriage vow, and this commitment must be clearly presented before baptism. Baptism is a symbolic act representing the death of the old self, and if this foundational choice to die to one's own will is missing, the ritual is meaningless. Furthermore, the baptism must correctly acknowledge the Triune God: the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
discipleshipevangelism
1h 5m
