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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:
Matthew 28:19-20 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit... Is this commandment for every Christian or certain church leaders? iktoose |
Bible Answer: Hi Iktoose, The church where I fellowship is associated with the Assembly of God denomination; however, my pastor teaches that the five fold (pastors, teachers, evangelist, prophets and apostles) are the equippers of the body to do the work of the ministry. We are taught to lead people to Christ, baptise them if possible, make sure they receive the gift of the Holy Spirit and are discipled. Ephesians 4:11-13 And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ. This is a truth that is starting to spread. (My pastor has been teaching it for 20 years) So be encouraged. There is hope of finding a fellowship that will not only allow you to do what Jesus has commanded you to do, but will equip you to do it. Hope this helps. Bows44 |