Equipping the Saints Part 2

Matthew 28:18-20 NLT Jesus came and told his disciples, "I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age." As new believers become mentored (discipled) and grow in their knowledge of Christ, they go out and start a new work. We are all called to preach the good news and to disciple those who accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. The mentoring equips them to do just that by encouraging them and installing confidence as they learn who they are in Christ. 1 Peter 2:9 NLT But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God's very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. We are called priests. Whether we are in a brick and mortar church or just gathering with other believers, I believe we are all called to equip other believers to go out and do the work that Christ has laid out for us to do. Let's come beside other Christians and be that encourager. May our lives be an example of living a life in Christ in all we do and say.