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“GO...ANDMAKEDISCIPLES” 97
fy to participate in the public preaching activity, we work
along with them, teaching them by word and example
how to have a meaningful share in this work. The teaching
of new disciples is not necessarily finished prior to
their baptism. Newly baptized ones may need additional
instruction to help them meet the challenges involved in
following Christ.—Luke 9:23, 24.
“I Am With You All the Days”
20 The final words of Jesus’ commission are most reassuring:
“Look! I am with you all the days until the conclusion
of the system of things.” (Matthew 28:20) Jesus
recognizes that this assignment is a weighty one. He also
knows that fulfilling it will at times provoke hostile reactions
from opposers. (Luke 21:12) There is, however, no
reason to fear. Our Leader does not expect us to carry out
this assignment unaided or alone. Is it not comforting to
knowthattheOnewhohas“allauthority...inheaven
and on the earth” is with us to support us in fulfilling
this commission?
21 Jesus assured his disciples that he would be with them
in their ministry throughout the centuries to “the conclusion
of the system of things.” Until the end comes,
we must continue to carry out Jesus’ commission. Now is
no time to slow down. An abundant spiritual harvest is
in progress! Responsive ones are being gathered in great
numbers. As followers of Christ, let us be determined to
fulfill the weighty commission that has been entrusted
to us. Let us be resolved to give of our time, energy, and
resourcestocarryoutChrist’scommand:“Go...and
make disciples.”
20, 21. (a) In carrying out Jesus’ commission, why do we have no
reason to fear? (b) Why is this no time to slow down, and what should
be our determination?