One Story | September 6, 2026
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Matthew 28
18 And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age."
John 20
21 Jesus said to them again, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you."
Talk Sheet Question
KQ: What do you think baptism tells about how a person’s follows Jesus?
What does it mean to “make disciples”? How is making a disciple different from simply getting someone to agree with Christian beliefs?
Is the church better at "going," or "baptizing," or "teaching to observe? Why? Is that sufficient for making disciples?
On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate the effectiveness of your congregation at fulfilling the mission of God? Explain. What would make that number bigger?
How does the mission of Jesus define the mission of the church? (John 20:21) What are some things you would do if you were sent as he is sent?
What is one thing you will do this week to involve yourself in God's mission?
(KQ is a Kid Question that could be used to invite children into discussion, but also works well for adults)
Prayer
Pray that Jesus would encourage you with his presence and give you courage to go and make disciples.