Missions Sermon Outlines

Title: "Missions: Embracing the Great Commission with Passion and Purpose"

Introduction:

Begin by highlighting the significance of missions in the Christian faith and how it fulfills the Great Commission given by Jesus.

Share a relevant biblical verse that emphasizes the call to missions, such as Matthew 28:19-20 - "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you."

I. Understanding the Great Commission

A. The Mandate to Go and Make Disciples

Explain the context of the Great Commission and its call for all believers to participate in spreading the gospel.

Discuss the importance of making disciples, not just converts, and the transformative power of the gospel.

B. The Global Reach of the Commission

Highlight the universal scope of the Great Commission, with the command to reach all nations and people groups.

Emphasize the role of each believer in fulfilling this mission both locally and globally.

II. The Heart of Missions: God's Heart for the Nations

A. God's Love for the World

Share biblical passages that illustrate God's heart for all nations and peoples, such as Psalm 67:2 - "May your ways be known on earth, your salvation among all nations."

Discuss how missions is an expression of God's love and desire for all to know Him.

B. The Role of the Church in God's Plan

Explore the biblical understanding of the Church as the instrument of God's mission, called to be His witnesses (Acts 1:8).

Encourage the congregation to recognize their part in God's redemptive plan for the nations.

III. The Passion of Missionaries: Answering the Call

A. Responding to the Call of God

Share testimonies of missionaries who have answered God's call and witnessed His faithfulness in their journey.

Discuss how God equips and empowers those He calls to fulfill the Great Commission.

B. Counting the Cost and Embracing Sacrifice

Address the challenges and sacrifices involved in missions, but also the eternal rewards and joy in serving God.

Encourage the congregation to count the cost and respond to God's call with courage and faith.

IV. Engaging in Missions: Every Believer's Responsibility

A. Local and Global Opportunities

Discuss various ways to engage in missions, both locally and globally, such as supporting missionaries, participating in short-term missions, and praying for unreached people groups.

Encourage the congregation to find their unique role in missions according to their gifts and passions.

B. Praying for the Nations

Emphasize the vital role of prayer in missions and its power to impact unreached areas.

Share specific prayer needs for missionaries and unreached people groups.

Conclusion:

Recap the main points of the sermon: understanding the Great Commission, God's heart for the nations, the passion of missionaries, and every believer's responsibility in missions.

Remind the congregation of the privilege and responsibility of being part of God's mission to reach the world with the gospel.

Encourage everyone to embrace the call to missions with passion and purpose, trusting in God's guidance and empowerment as they fulfill the Great Commission in their own spheres of influence and beyond.

Ref Bible Verses - Psalm 96:3, Matthew 9:35-38, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 24:45-47, John 20:21-23, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15, Romans 10:13-15, Acts 13:47, 1 Chronicles 16:24, Mark 13:20, Revelation 14:6