January 18, 2026

                          The New Testament Church

Scripture Focus: Matthew 28:18–20

Mission • Message • Mandate

Our Mission: GO “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
— Matthew 28:19

• The church is sent, not stationary.
• Discipleship is intentional and active.

Our Message: Everyone Should Hear About Jesus   “So they said, ‘Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.’”
— Acts 16:31

• Salvation is found only in Jesus.
• The gospel is for all people.

Our Mandate: We Are Under Authority and Equipped by God  “Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.”
— Romans 5:5

• We share under Christ’s authority.
• God equips us through the Holy Spirit.
• We are empowered by hope and love.

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