Bedrock #10: The Church and its Mission

I. The Church is Called to !

• Jesus’ first word in the Great Commission is “Go”, not sit, wait, or stay safe.
• Before the cross, the mission was to the lost sheep of . After the cross, the mission expanded to .
• The church isn’t a monument—it’s a !

Why Don’t People GO?

1. Fear of rejection → But Matthew 10:14 says to “shake the dust off your feet.”
2. Feeling unqualified → But Acts 1:8 says, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you.”
3. Lack of urgency → Romans 10:14-15 reminds us that people can’t believe unless they hear.
4. Believing It’s the Pastor’s Job → But Ephesians 4:12 says we are all called to do the work of ministry.

II. The Church is Called to !

• A convert prays a ; a disciple lives a life for .
• Jesus didn’t call us to stay comfortable; He called us to .
• The early church grew by teaching, discipling, and sending.
• Acts 13:2-3 – The church at Antioch sent out Paul and Barnabas.

3. The Church is Called to !

• Matthew 5:14-16 – “You are the of the world.”
• The church is not just a place to gather, but a place to shine.
• Like a lighthouse, we are called to guide people from darkness into the light of Jesus.