THE GREAT COMMISSION – KINGDOM EVANGELISM & DISCIPLESHIP

 MODULE 6: THE GREAT COMMISSION – KINGDOM EVANGELISM & DISCIPLESHIP

Objective

To equip every believer to proclaim the Kingdom and multiply disciples.

Key Scriptures

• Matthew 28:18–20 – “And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.’”
• Mark 16:15–18 – “And he said to them, ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: in my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up serpents with their hands; and if they drink any deadly poison, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover.’”
• Acts 1:8 – “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”

Lesson Notes

These notes are designed for the facilitator/teacher to deliver over 1–2 sessions (90–120 minutes total), with time for teaching, discussion, role-play, and activities. Build directly on Modules 1–5: “We have entered the Kingdom (Module 1), know our royal identity (Module 2), walk in Holy Spirit authority (Module 3), live Kingdom culture and values (Module 4), and partner with the King through prayer that releases heaven on earth (Module 5). Now everything converges: the Great Commission is not a suggestion for super-Christians—it is the King’s command for every citizen to proclaim the Kingdom and multiply disciples who do the same.” This module must be highly practical and hands-on. Use real-life scenarios relevant to everyday life (family, workplace, neighborhood, campus). Emphasize that evangelism and discipleship are not programs but a natural overflow of Kingdom living. Encourage participants to bring Bibles and a notebook for personal “disciple-making plans.”

Introduction (10–15 minutes)

• Welcome and open in prayer, asking the Holy Spirit to ignite boldness and love for the lost.
• Quick review: Ask, “From Module 5, how does prayer release the King’s will?” (It is partnership that enforces heaven on earth through faith and authority).
• Transition: “Prayer without proclamation is incomplete. The same authority and prayer life we’ve activated now propel us outward. Jesus didn’t say ‘Go and get people saved so they can go to heaven.’ He said ‘Go and make disciples of the Kingdom.’ Today we learn to preach the full gospel with power, baptize, teach obedience, and multiply—turning every believer into a disciple-maker who expands the King’s rule.”
• Read the three Key Scriptures aloud (different participants reading). Highlight the progression: All authority (v.18) → Go and make disciples (v.19) → I am with you (v.20). Signs follow believers (Mark 16). Power for witnesses everywhere (Acts 1:8).

Teaching Point 1: Preach the full Gospel of the Kingdom (not just salvation) (20–25 minutes)

• The gospel we proclaim is the same one Jesus and the apostles preached: the Kingdom is at hand (Matthew 4:17; Acts 8:12; 28:31).
• Contrast:
  • Gospel of salvation only: “Jesus died for your sins—believe and go to heaven.” (True but incomplete—focuses on entry, Module 1).
  • Full Gospel of the Kingdom: “Jesus is King, the Kingdom has come near. Repent, believe, be born again, and live under His rule now—with authority, culture, power, and mission.”
• Why full? Because people need more than forgiveness—they need transformation, purpose, and authority (Modules 2–4).
• Practical delivery: Start with relationship (listen to their story), demonstrate power (heal, deliver—Module 3), proclaim the King, invite response.
• Illustration: Like inviting someone not just into a house (salvation) but into the King’s family business where they rule and multiply with Him. Use everyday language: “Jesus isn’t just your ticket to heaven—He’s your King who wants to rule your life, family, and city right now.”

Teaching Point 2: Healing and deliverance as authenticating signs (15–20 minutes)

• Mark 16:17–18 is not for “special” believers—it says “these signs will accompany those who believe.” Healing and deliverance are normal proof that the Kingdom has arrived (Luke 11:20).
• Link to previous: These signs flow from our identity (Module 2), authority (Module 3), and prayer partnership (Module 5). They authenticate the message so people see the King is real.
• Practical steps:
  1. Ask permission and listen.
  2. Pray with simple faith and authority (“In Jesus’ name…”).
  3. Expect results—testimonies build faith.
• Balance: Signs point to the King, not to us. Always pair with the message of repentance and discipleship.
• Real-world application: In Filipino contexts—pray for common needs like sickness in the family, financial oppression, or spiritual bondage (fear, ancestral patterns).

Teaching Point 3: Baptizing new believers and teaching them to obey (15 minutes)

• Matthew 28:19–20 breaks it down:
  • Go — proactive, not passive waiting.
  • Make disciples — not just converts.
  • Baptizing — public declaration of new identity (death to old, resurrection to Kingdom life).
  • Teaching them to observe all — obedience to the King’s commands (Modules 4–5 values and prayer).
• Baptism is not optional or delayed—it is the first act of obedience and entry into visible Kingdom community (Module 7 preview).
• Teaching to obey: Use the Sermon on the Mount and all prior modules as the curriculum. Discipleship is relational, not classroom-only.

Teaching Point 4: The discipleship multiplication model (15–20 minutes)

• The Great Commission is a multiplication mandate, not addition. One disciple makes another who makes another (2 Timothy 2:2).

• Use this simple multiplication table for clarity:

  Generation	Action	Result
  1	You disciple 2–3 people	3 new Kingdom citizens
  2	Each disciples 2–3	9 total (you + 6 new)
  3	Each disciples 2–3	27 total—exponential growth
  4	Continues	81+ — fills cities and nations

• Model: Jesus → 12 → 120 (Acts 1) → thousands (Acts 2–4). Paul: “What you heard from me… entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.”

• Key: Every believer is both disciple and disciple-maker. No spectators.

• Practical: Start small—family first, then neighbors, workplace, then nations (Acts 1:8 progression: Jerusalem → Judea → Samaria → ends of the earth).

Key Truth (repeat 2–3 times)

Every Kingdom citizen is both a disciple and a disciple-maker; the Kingdom expands through ordinary believers who obey the Great Commission.

Activities (20–30 minutes)

• Evangelism training and real-world outreach: In pairs, practice a 3-minute Kingdom gospel presentation using the full gospel (Module 1 + current identity/authority). Then plan a simple outreach this week (e.g., pray for neighbors in Baguio, share at market, or family gathering).
• Role-play disciple-making conversations: Groups of 3: One is the new believer, one is the disciple-maker, one observes. Role-play leading someone from salvation to baptism and first obedience steps. Debrief what felt natural vs. forced.
• Create a personal “One-Year Disciple Plan”: Each participant writes: (1) Who I will disciple this year (name 2–3 people), (2) How I will meet weekly, (3) Which modules/topics I will cover first. Share one line with the group.

Closing (5–10 minutes)

• Summarize: “The Great Commission is not the Great Suggestion. With everything we’ve received—new birth, identity, power, culture, prayer—we are now commissioned to go, proclaim, demonstrate, baptize, and multiply. The King is with us always!”
• Prayer: Lay hands on each person and commission them afresh with Matthew 28:18–20. Pray for boldness, open doors, and first fruits this week.
• Homework: Memorize Matthew 28:18–20 and Mark 16:15–18. Execute your personal One-Year Disciple Plan step one this week (pray for your 2–3 people daily using Module 5 prayer model). Share the full Kingdom gospel with at least one person and journal the response. Read Acts 1–2 for inspiration.