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NASB | Matthew 28:19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 28:19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations [help the people to learn of Me, believe in Me, and obey My words], baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, |
Bible Question:
What did Jesus mean when He said, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to the whole creation. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that disbelieveth shall be condemned." (Mar 16:15-16) |
Bible Answer: alanh: This passage, Mark 16:15,16 and its parallel passage in Matthew 28:19and related passage in Acts 1:8 comprise some of the clearest and most straightforward messages in Scripture. What did Jesus mean? He meant, in these passages, what He always means; He meant exactly what He said. These passages are commonly called "The Great Commission" and this commission that He laid down to His disciples is clearly defined in these passages and it is no less applicable to Jesus' followers today than it was when He spoke the words. ..... If there is some specific word or phrase in this passage that you find difficult or troubling, I feel sure someone will be quite willing to assist you in your fuller understanding, but as for me I do not presume to be able to improve on these words of our Lord. But, again, if you have a more specific question about these passages, please do not hesitate to ask. --Hank |