THE JOURNEY BEGINS NOW — A CALL TO LIVE THE GREAT COMMISSION
Brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today is more than a celebration. It is a commissioning, a moment when Heaven says, “Go!” The Great Commission is not a task reserved for missionaries or pastors. It is the heartbeat of every believer. Jesus’ final command in Matthew 28 was not just to gather, worship, or build programs; it was to make disciples of all nations. That call did not end with the apostles. It now rests on you.
Reflect upon the principles you have learned in this DMM training. A few principles that will continue to keep your eyes focused, your heart steady, and your faith firm.
- Embrace the Great Commission. Who is God calling me to reach today? The Great Commission is for all believers, not just some.
- Empowered by the Holy Spirit. Pay attention to the Holy Spirit’s gentle nudge, whether to speak, pray, or act in a certain way.
- Count the Cost. Remember Jesus’ promise of victory, for He has overcome the world. Sometimes ministry is not easy, and often we face trials or persecution.
- Encourage and uplift the body of Christ. Share victories, challenges, and prayer needs with other believers. A unified body is strong, and we should not be divisive.
- Faith and boldness. Without faith and boldness, we will miss out on too many opportunities.
- Multiply health. The church has become so focused on multiplication that dysfunction has not been addressed. Do not multiply dysfunction.
As you commit yourself to making disciples and multiplying disciples, keep these four core truths close so that may anchor your journey from this day forward:
1. You Are Called
The command to “go and make disciples” is personal. God is not looking for ability; He is looking for availability. You don’t need to have all the answers—you need to have a heart that says, “Here I am, Lord. Send me.” Every follower of Christ has been entrusted with the message of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18–20). You are now His ambassador.
But where does it start? Right where you are. Your calling is not only to cross oceans but to cross the street. Begin in your family, in your workplace, in your local church. Ask yourself each day, “Who is God calling me to reach today?” When you live with that intentionality, you will discover that evangelism is not an event—it is a lifestyle. You have been called, not just to believe in Jesus, but to help others follow Him.
2. You Are Empowered
Jesus never intended for you to fulfill this mission in your own strength. That’s why He said, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you” (Acts 1:8). The Holy Spirit is not just a doctrine or a force. He is the personal presence of God, living in you to guide, empower, and embolden your every step.
The Spirit gives wisdom when you feel unsure, strength when you feel weak, and boldness when you feel afraid. If you wait for confidence to appear before you move, you may never go. But if you move in faith, the Holy Spirit will meet you with the power you need. Be intentional about daily dependence: pray for guidance, listen to His voice, and expect God to work through you.
3. You Are United
The mission is too big for one person, one organization, or one nation. Jesus prayed in John 17 that His followers would be “brought to complete unity so that the world may know” that He was sent from the Father. Unity is not optional—it is essential.
You are part of the Body of Christ. That means we support each other, pray for one another, and share the load of the mission. Don’t walk this road alone. Build kingdom friendships. Encourage your fellow laborers. When we work together, our witness grows stronger, and our reach becomes wider. In a world fractured by division, the unity of the Church becomes one of the greatest testimonies of the Gospel’s power.
4. You Are Sent
Being called is important. Being empowered is necessary. But at some point, we must go. Jesus said, “I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last” (John 15:16). The time for training and preparation is never wasted, but eventually, every disciple must step into the harvest field.
You are sent—not to fill a seat but to transform lives. You are sent into schools, neighborhoods, nations, and even hostile environments, with the message of Jesus on your lips and the power of God in your heart. You may feel unworthy or ill-equipped—but God does His best work through willing vessels. The same Jesus who sent the disciples is sending you, and He promises, “I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).
The Journey Begins Now
This is your moment. Don’t wait for perfect conditions. Don’t wait for permission. You already have it. Heaven has called your name.
Go and make disciples.
Go and bear fruit.
Go with boldness.
Go in unity.
Go with the Spirit.
And go with the promise that you are never alone.
The journey begins now.