Thematic Bible: Missionary-work by ministers
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Missionary-work by ministers » Aid those engaged in
I commend to your care our Sister, Phoebe, who helps in the work of the Church at Cenchreae; And I ask you to give her a Christian welcome--one worthy of Christ's People--and to aid her in any matter in which she may need your assistance. She has proved herself a staunch friend to me and to many others.
And, when I was with you in need, I did not become a burden to any of you; for our Brothers, on coming from Macedonia, supplied my needs. I kept myself, and will keep myself from being an expense to you in any way.
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Dear friend, whatever you do for our Brothers is done in a Christian spirit--even when they are strangers to you. They themselves have testified before the Church to your love; and you will do well to help them on their way in a manner worthy of the service of God. For it was on behalf of the Name that they left their homes, and refused to take anything from the Gentiles. read more.
We, therefore, ought to give such people a hearty welcome, and so take our share in their work for the Truth.
We, therefore, ought to give such people a hearty welcome, and so take our share in their work for the Truth.
Missionary-work by ministers » No limits to the sphere of
Then he said to them: "Go into all the world, and proclaim the Good News to all creation.
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Then I saw another angel, flying in mid-heaven. He had the Good News, decreed from eternity, to announce to those who dwell on the earth--to men of every nation, and tribe, and language, and people;
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Missionary-work by ministers » God qualifies for
Missionary-work by ministers » Christ engaged in
At that time Jesus began to proclaim-- "Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand."
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After Jesus had finished giving directions to his twelve Disciples, he left that place in order to teach and preach in their towns.
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But Jesus said to them: "Let us go somewhere else, into the country towns near, that I may make my proclamation in them also; for that was why I came." And he went about making his proclamation in their Synagogues all through Galilee, and driving out the demons.
Missionary-work by ministers » Christ sent his disciples to labor in
He called the Twelve to him, and began to send them out as his Messengers, two and two, and gave them authority over foul spirits.
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And he appointed twelve--whom he also named 'Apostles'--that they might be with him, and that he might send them out as his Messengers, to preach,
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After this, the Master appointed seventy-two other disciples, and sent them on as his Messengers, two and two, in advance, to every town and place that he was himself intending to visit. "The harvest," he said, "is abundant, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray to the Owner of the harvest to send laborers to gather in his harvest. Now, go. Remember, I am sending you out as my Messengers like lambs among wolves. read more.
Do not take a purse with you, or a bag, or sandals; and do not stop to greet any one on your journey. Whatever house you go to stay at, begin by praying for a blessing on it. Then, if any one there is deserving of a blessing, your blessing will rest upon him; but if not, it will come back upon yourselves. Remain at that same house, and eat and drink whatever they offer you; for the worker is worth his wages. Do not keep changing from one house to another. Whatever town you visit, if the people welcome you, eat what is set before you; Cure the sick there, and tell people 'The Kingdom of God is close at hand. But, whatever town you go to visit, if the people do not welcome you, go out into its streets and say 'We wipe off the very dust of your town which has clung to Our feet; still, be assured that the Kingdom of God is close at Hand.'
Do not take a purse with you, or a bag, or sandals; and do not stop to greet any one on your journey. Whatever house you go to stay at, begin by praying for a blessing on it. Then, if any one there is deserving of a blessing, your blessing will rest upon him; but if not, it will come back upon yourselves. Remain at that same house, and eat and drink whatever they offer you; for the worker is worth his wages. Do not keep changing from one house to another. Whatever town you visit, if the people welcome you, eat what is set before you; Cure the sick there, and tell people 'The Kingdom of God is close at hand. But, whatever town you go to visit, if the people do not welcome you, go out into its streets and say 'We wipe off the very dust of your town which has clung to Our feet; still, be assured that the Kingdom of God is close at Hand.'
Missionary-work by ministers » Warranted by predictions concerning the heathen, &c
Missionary-work by ministers » Required
"The harvest," he said, "is abundant, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray to the Owner of the harvest to send laborers to gather in his harvest.
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But how, it may be asked, are they to invoke one in whom they have not learned to believe? And how are they to believe in one whose words they have not heard? And how are they to hear his words unless some one proclaims him? And how are men to proclaim him unless they are sent as his messengers? As Scripture says--'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!'
Missionary-work by ministers » Success of » A cause of praise
On hearing this statement, they said no more, but broke out into praise of God. "So even to the Gentiles," they exclaimed, "God has granted the repentance which leads to Life!"
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After greeting them, Paul related in detail all that God had done among the Gentiles through his efforts; And, when they had heard it, they began praising God, and said to Paul: "You see, Brother, that the Jews who have become believers in Christ may be numbered by tens of thousands, and they are all naturally earnest in upholding the Jewish Law.
Missionary-work by ministers » Excellency of
And how are men to proclaim him unless they are sent as his messengers? As Scripture says--'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!'
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Missionary-work by ministers » Commanded
Then he said to them: "Go into all the world, and proclaim the Good News to all creation.
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Therefore go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the Faith of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit,
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Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified
So they set out, and proclaimed the need of repentance.
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While they were engaged in the worship of the Lord and were fasting, the Holy Spirit said: "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul, for the work to which I have called them." Accordingly, after fasting and prayer, they placed their hands on them and dismissed them. Barnabas and Saul, sent on this mission, as they were, by the Holy Spirit, went down to Seleucia, and from there sailed to Cyprus. read more.
On reaching Salamis, they began to tell the Message of God in the Jewish Synagogues; and they had John with them as an assistant.
On reaching Salamis, they began to tell the Message of God in the Jewish Synagogues; and they had John with them as an assistant.
Missionary-work by ministers » Opportunities for, not to be neglected
For a great opening for active work has presented itself, and there are many opponents.
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Missionary-work by ministers » Success of » To be prayed for
Pray in spirit at all times. Be intent upon this, with unwearying perseverance and supplication for all Christ's People- - And on my behalf also, that, when I begin to speak, words may be given me, so that I may fearlessly make known the inmost truth of the Good News,
Missionary-work by ministers » God strengthens for
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Silas
While Paul chose Silas for his companion and, after he had been committed by the Brethren to the gracious care of the Lord, Started on his journey and went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the Churches in the faith.
Missionary-work by ministers » Harmony should subsist amongst those engaged in
Recognizing the charge entrusted to me, James, Peter, and John, who were regarded as pillars of the Church, openly acknowledged Barnabas and me as fellow-workers, agreeing that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the Jews.
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Missionary-work by ministers » Is according to the purpose of God
"Scripture says that the Christ should suffer, and that he should rise again from the dead on the third day, And that repentance for forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed on his authority to all the nations--beginning at Jerusalem.
Missionary-work by ministers » Requires wisdom and meekness
Remember, I am sending you out as my Messengers like sheep among wolves. So be as wise as serpents, and as blameless as doves.
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Missionary-work by ministers » Worldly concerns should not delay
To another man Jesus said: "Follow me." "Let me first go and bury my father," said the man. But Jesus said: "Leave the dead to bury their dead; but go yourself and carry far and wide the news of the Kingdom of God." "Master," said another, "I will follow you; but first let me say good-bye to my family." read more.
But Jesus answered: "No one who looks back, after putting his hand to the plough, is fitted for the Kingdom of God."
But Jesus answered: "No one who looks back, after putting his hand to the plough, is fitted for the Kingdom of God."
Missionary-work by ministers » Obligations to engage in
But Peter and John replied: "Whether it is right, in the sight of God, to listen to you rather than to him-- Judge for yourselves, for we cannot help speaking of what we have seen and heard."
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Noah
Nor did he spare the world of old; though he preserved Noah, the Preacher of Righteousness, and seven others, when he brought a flood upon the godless world.
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Missionary-work by ministers » Guilt and danger of shrinking from
Missionary-work by ministers » Be ready to engage in
Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Jonah
Missionary-work by ministers » Success of » A cause of joy
The Church, therefore, sent them on their journey, and they made their way through Phoenicia and Samaria, telling the story of the conversion of the Gentiles, to the great joy of all the Brethren.
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Missionary-work by ministers » Directed by the holy ghost
While they were engaged in the worship of the Lord and were fasting, the Holy Spirit said: "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul, for the work to which I have called them."
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Missionary-work by ministers » The holy ghost calls to
While they were engaged in the worship of the Lord and were fasting, the Holy Spirit said: "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul, for the work to which I have called them."
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Missionary-work by ministers » Exemplified » Philip
Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and there began to preach the Christ.
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