Matthew 28:19

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

এই হেতুকে, তোমালোক যোৱা; আৰু সকলো জাতিকে শিষ্য কৰি, পিতৃ, পুত্ৰ আৰু পবিত্ৰ আত্মাৰ নামেৰে তেওঁলোকক বাপ্তাইজ কৰা;

What Does This Mean?

In Matthew 28:19, Jesus is telling his disciples to go and teach everyone around the world about God, and to baptize them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is a command to spread the Christian faith globally.

Explained for Children

Imagine Jesus is like a coach telling his team to go to every playground in the world to teach other kids about a game. He also wants them to have a special handshake with the new kids to show they are part of the team. This special handshake is done in the name of three teammates: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Historical Background

Matthew 28:19 is part of the Gospel of Matthew, written by a Jewish Christian around 80-90 AD. The audience was likely Jewish Christians and Gentiles who were becoming part of the early Christian community. The command reflects the early church's mission to spread the message of Jesus to all nations.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can be applied to individuals or churches who are passionate about sharing their faith. For example, a church might organize a short-term mission trip to a foreign country to share the gospel and baptize new believers, reflecting Jesus' command to teach and baptize all nations.

Topics

• evangelism
• mission
• baptism
• trinity
• global outreach
• discipleship

Related Verses

• Acts 1:8
• Mark 16:15
• Romans 1:16
• John 20:21
• Ephesians 4:5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Great Commission?

The Great Commission refers to Jesus' command in Matthew 28:19-20 to spread the gospel and make disciples of all nations. It is central to Christian missionary work and evangelism.

Why is baptism important in Matthew 28:19?

Baptism is significant as a symbol of welcoming someone into the Christian faith. In Matthew 28:19, it is part of the process of making disciples, signifying their commitment to following Jesus.

How does Matthew 28:19 relate to the Trinity?

Matthew 28:19 mentions the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, which is one of the clearest references to the doctrine of the Trinity in the Bible, emphasizing the unity and distinct roles of the three persons in the act of baptism.

What is the significance of 'all nations' in Matthew 28:19?

The phrase 'all nations' in Matthew 28:19 underscores the global nature of the Christian mission. It calls for the spread of the gospel to every part of the world, regardless of culture or geography.