Chapter 23 The Structure of the Church

Jesus told his Apostles about an important job

"To carry to the ends of the earth the message of God's love and salvation"

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message Jesus entrusts the Apostles with

"I have been given all authority in heaven and on Earth. Go, then, to all people everywhere and make them my disciples: baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit and teach them to obey everything I commanded you.

Share in the kingdom of telling everyone about God's Kingdom.

Followers to share in the mission

Jesus gave his Apostles the mission of bringing God's love and salvation to all people

The Great Commission says Go... and make them my disciples"

In telling everyone about God's Kingdom, Jesus' followers share in his mission and his kingly role.