The word “mission” is Latin and means “sent out”, like the Greek “apostello”, from which the word “apostle” comes. Mission is the sharing of the good news of God’s salvation. God has sent various people and groups to bring his message to the world, such as prophets, Israel, the Messiah, and the Church. The message is conveyed partly by witnessing …
Mark 16:9-20 – The Great Commission
Mark 16:14 It was difficult for the disciples to believe that Jesus had risen unless they saw it for themselves. But in doing so, they learned what it’s like for everyone else who hasn’t seen Jesus with their own eyes. Mark 16:15 Jesus here gives a command that the church must obey. Preaching the gospel is not a leisure activity …