The Great Commission Starts with the Command "Go"
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Rev. Tse Amable | January 27 2026 | Acts 22:1-21
KEY VERSE: “Then the Lord said to me, ‘Go; I will send you far away to the Gentiles.'” (Acts 22:21, NIV)
MESSAGE:
Many Christians, instead of going out to the markets, streets, parks, and other public spaces where the lost can be found in large numbers, remain within the comfort of sanctuaries, chapels, and auditoria, expecting sinners to come to the house of God and respond to an altar call. While the church must always remain a place of welcome, this approach alone does not reflect God’s primary strategy for evangelising the world and winning souls for Christ. Throughout the Gospels, we see that Jesus Christ sent His disciples out to preach the message of salvation to the world.
Our key verse for today reveals how the Lord expects the Great Commission to be carried out. In His call of Saul of Tarsus, the Lord said, “Go; I will send you far away to the Gentiles.” In these words, Apostle Paul’s mission field was clearly defined. He was sent far away to those who had not yet heard. Yet the instruction began with a clear command: “Go.” In the same way, the Great Commission given to the church also begins with the command to go (see Matthew 28:19–20; Mark 16:15). This is not a suggestion but a directive that requires obedience. We are to go where the Lord sends us, not merely where we feel comfortable.
If the gospel of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ is to reach every corner of the world and prepare the way for the soon-coming King of kings, believers must be willing to accept God’s call and participate actively in His mission. Some will cross cultures and nations; others will go into their communities, workplaces, and daily spaces, but all are called to be involved. The hymn reminds us, “Till every soul is vanquished and Christ is Lord indeed.” That remains the mandate of the church. Anything less falls short of God’s redemptive purpose.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
How far are you prepared to go with the gospel? Many missionaries left their families and homelands to bring the good news to Ghana and other parts of Africa. Today, the responsibility rests with us to ensure that those who have not yet heard the name of Jesus Christ are reached. As the hymn declares, “Where He may lead me I will go, for I have learned to trust Him so.” Let that be your personal resolve. Remember, the word gospel begins with “go.”
PRAYER:
Father, thank You for counting us worthy to be Your ambassadors in carrying the gospel to the unreached. Grant us willing and obedient hearts to go wherever You send us, whether near or far, so that the world may hear the good news of salvation. I pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING
DAILY word study: GO
The word translated “Go” comes from the Greek poreuomai, meaning to proceed, to journey, or to move forward with intention.
This word does not suggest haste or confusion. It speaks of purposeful movement under direction. God does not merely invite Paul to consider a mission. He commands forward motion into a clearly defined assignment.
Reflect on this:
God’s purposes unfold when believers respond with movement. Faith matures when obedience follows God’s sending.
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