All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 80 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Summary
The sermon emphasizes that true discipleship and ministry must be founded on the authority given by Christ, not on the perceived 'need' in the world. The speaker contrasts those who go out of genuine submission to Christ's authority with those who act like tourists or are driven by need, warning that the latter often leads to burnout and bitterness. He concludes by stressing that the Great Commission requires going into all nations to preach the gospel, which is confirmed by signs and wonders.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
The 11 disciples go to Galilee to meet the resurrected JesusThe disciples gathered on the designated mountain where some worshipped Jesus while others doubted, reflecting the division still found among Christians today.
Go on the basis of Christ's authority, not just human needJesus commanded his followers to go because all authority in heaven and earth has been given to him, ensuring they complete their course with joy rather than becoming frustrated and bitter.
Understanding the harvest and God's willWhile fields are white for harvest, true servants follow Jesus whose food was to do the will of him who sent him, and pray for workers rather than rushing out uncalled.John 4:35
The two sides of the Great CommissionThe commission begins with preaching the gospel where those who believe and are baptized are saved, accompanied by signs and wonders that confirm the word.Mark 16:15
Making disciples and baptizing in the Triune nameAfter leading people to faith, they must be made into disciples and baptized in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, identifying the Son specifically as Jesus Christ.
The three primary conditions of discipleshipJesus explicitly stated that a disciple must love him supremely above relatives, take up their cross by denying their own life and reputation, and love him more than all earthly possessions.
Why baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy SpiritTo distinguish the Christian faith from other religions that also have trinities, believers are baptized in the name of the Father and the Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit.
Teaching others to obey every commandmentThe ongoing task of a church is to teach believers to observe and obey every single command given by Jesus for Christians, just as one teaches someone to swim by doing it.
Claiming the promises and depending on Christ's presenceJust as keeping commandments proves love for God, believers should claim all the thousands of promises in the Bible like financial checks to make them spiritually rich, resting in the promise of Christ's constant presence.
The Holy Spirit as the helper to keep commandmentsBecause keeping commands is difficult, Jesus asked the Father to give the Holy Spirit as another helper to dwell within believers and flood every area of their lives with light.John 14:15–16
Conclusion on true discipleship and spiritual powerConcluding the study series, believers are reminded that greater knowledge brings greater responsibility, requiring the sustaining power of the Holy Spirit and fellowship in a truth-preaching church to grow in grace.
