Life and Relationships

Why does the church share the gospel with others?

Jesus commissioned His followers to share the good news with everyone, everywhere, because the gospel is meant to be shared, not kept private, out of love for others.

Published 2026-09-13 · Updated 2026-09-27

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Biblical explanation

Before returning to heaven, Jesus gave His followers a clear commission: go and make disciples of all nations, teaching them to follow everything He commanded. This mission flows naturally from grace — those who have experienced forgiveness and hope want others to know it is available too. Sharing the gospel is not about pressure or manipulation; it includes living a visibly transformed life, serving practical needs, and speaking honestly about faith when opportunities arise. This mission is described as continuing until Christ's return, giving urgency and purpose to how believers live and relate to others.

In brief

Before returning to heaven, Jesus gave His followers a clear commission: go and make disciples of all nations, teaching them to follow everything He commanded.

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