Dr. George Robinson discusses his personal journey in discovering his calling in missions and the importance of embracing our missionary identity. He explores the process of reverse engineering the Great Commission and highlights the significance of spreading the gospel and reaching unreached people groups. The speaker also emphasizes the future history of Christ being surrounded by worshipers from all over the world.
The end goal of the mission of God is to have Christ surrounded by worshipers from all nations, as seen in Revelation chapter five.
To achieve this goal, frontier missions, reaching unreached people groups, disciple making, and partnerships are essential.
Deep dives
Christ Surrounded by Worshipers
The end goal of the great mission of God is to have Christ surrounded by worshipers from among all the peoples of the earth. This vision is seen in Revelation chapter five, where it is stated that Christ is worthy to receive worship from every tribe, language, people, and nation. This future history is certain to come to pass, and the gospel of Jesus Christ is the means by which all people will be reconciled to God and become worshipers of Christ.
Frontier Missions and Unreached People Groups
To achieve the end goal of Christ being surrounded by worshipers from all peoples, frontier missions and reaching unreached people groups must become a priority. Romans chapter 10 emphasizes the need for people to be sent and for the gospel to be preached so that all can hear and respond. Romans chapter 15 highlights the importance of partnerships and support for missions. Making disciples and reaching those who have not yet heard the gospel are essential in fulfilling the great commission.
Disciple Making and God's Original Purpose
Disciple making and the mission to gather worshipers from all peoples is not just a New Testament concept but has always been God's plan. In Genesis, God chose Abraham and promised that through him, all the peoples of the earth would be blessed. The great mission of God aligns with God's original purpose for humanity, which is to fill the earth with worshipers. By living as reconciled reconcilers and making disciples, we fulfill our calling to participate in God's mission and bring worship to the ends of the earth.