In All Nations

Scripture:

Luke 24:46-47  "This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem".

Observation:

Jesus had been with His disciples for 3-1/2 years.  He had walked with them, talked with them and simply been with them day and night, yet they still didn't understand completely until Jesus had died and resurrected.  Before ascending to His Father, Jesus told them that repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached to all nations.  He then told them to wait in Jerusalem until they received the power from heaven to accomplish this great work.

Application:

Jesus' desire and commission still stands today.  He wants repentance for the forgiveness of sins to be preached in all nations.  As post resurrection Christians, our commission still stands until Jesus comes again.  We are to take the Gospel to the entire world.  All nations need the Gospel and our job is to pray, give and go until every nation has been reached for Christ.  This is why we live!

Prayer:

Lord, I want to take your good news to the ends of the earth.  I want to preach Your Gospel throughout the globe.  I want to reach as many for Christ as possible in my life.  Empower me with the Holy Spirit.  Anoint me to preach Your word afresh.  Help me to live a life pleasing to You and Your kingdom.

Yours Forever,
Jeff