In Matthew’s Gospel account, the risen Jesus tells his disciples to journey from Jerusalem to Galilee, where it all started. It is there that Jesus appears to his disciples and gives them instructions for what is to happen now that he is risen. “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.’” (Matthew 28:18-20) As the disciples were blessed to witness the resurrected Jesus, they were also given a commission: They were to go and be a blessing to others by preaching the good news of Jesus and inviting more people to become Jesus’ disciples. For centuries, the Church has recognized that we are blessed by God in order to be a blessing to others, to share the Gospel of Jesus, and invite all people to experience God’s grace and mercy through faith in Jesus. That commission is as necessary today as it has ever been. So, how do you begin? BLESS: “Practicing Relational Evangelism” is a guide to help you authentically and intentionally introduce the people you love to the Savior you love. This Sunday, we begin by discovering Jesus’ invitation to join him in his mission to reach the spiritually lost. 

In preparation for this

Sunday, read John 17: 6 - 26