The Great Commission Sermon Outlines

Title: "The Great Commission: Going, Making Disciples, and Transforming the World"

Introduction:

I. The Call of the Great Commission

A. Matthew 28:18-20 - "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 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. And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"

B. Mark 16:15 - "He said to them, 'Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.'"

C. Introduce the Great Commission as a divine mandate for all believers.

II. The Authority of Jesus

A. Ephesians 1:20-22 - "He raised Christ from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is invoked, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church."

B. Emphasize Jesus' authority over all creation and His commission to the Church.

III. The Action: Going and Making Disciples

A. Matthew 28:19 - "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations..."

B. Acts 1:8 - "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

C. Discuss the call to go beyond our comfort zones and share the Gospel with the world.

IV. The Process: Baptizing and Teaching

A. Matthew 28:19 - "...baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit..."

B. 2 Timothy 2:2 - "And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others."

C. Explore the significance of baptism as a public declaration of faith and the importance of ongoing discipleship and teaching.

V. The Promise: Christ's Presence

A. Matthew 28:20 - "...And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

B. Hebrews 13:5 - "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you."

C. Assure the congregation of Jesus' constant presence and support as they fulfill the Great Commission.

VI. The Impact of the Great Commission

A. Acts 2:41 - "Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day."

B. Acts 17:6 - "These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here."

C. Share examples of how the Great Commission has transformed lives and communities throughout history.

Conclusion:

Recap the significance of the Great Commission as a divine calling for every believer.

Encourage the congregation to actively engage in fulfilling the Great Commission in their spheres of influence.

Remind them of the authority and presence of Jesus as they go and make disciples.

Ref Bible Verses - Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-16