“Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go.  When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted.  Then 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.”

Before His Ascension, Jesus gave His disciples a bold mission: “Go and make disciples of all nations.” Despite their flaws and doubts, He trusted them with this great responsibility. And He didn’t just send them out on their own; He promised to be with them always, to the very end of the age.  In the same way, He calls each of us to continue His mission on earth individually and together as the Body of Christ.  He did not leave us alone, orphaned on this journey.  He sent the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete and Comforter to remain with us and sustain us in this mission.  

Reflection:

Just as Jesus entrusted His disciples with the mission of sharing the Good News, He now entrusts each of us with the same mission. No matter where we are in our journey, Jesus calls us to share His love and truth with the world. And He promises to be with us as we step out in faith.  How wonderful that our Lord assures us that whether we are in a period of confusion, complacency, joy or grief, working through the mundane tasks of life or starting a new adventure, the Lord is walking right beside us offering his mercy, love, peace, hope and purpose.

Reflection Question:

What does it look like for you to live out the Great Commission in your life right now? How can you take one step toward sharing the love of Jesus with someone today?

Prayer:

Jesus, thank You for trusting me with the mission to share Your love with the world. Empower me by Your Spirit to boldly live out this calling, knowing You are with me every step of the way. Amen.

Cecilia Carroll

Director, Advent Square