The words of Jesus in Matthew 28:19–20, often called the Great Commission, continue to inspire and challenge Christians worldwide:
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
These verses remind us that sharing the Gospel is not optional—it is the calling of every believer. While the context of the first-century Church may have looked different, the heart of this command remains the same today: to bring the hope of Christ to people who have never heard it.
Living Word Foundation (LWF) is dedicated to fulfilling this calling through mission trips, discipleship programs, and community outreach. But the work of reaching the unreached is not something missionaries can do alone. Every supporter, donor, and prayer partner plays a vital role in helping the Gospel travel to every corner of the world.
In this post, we’ll explore what the Great Commission looks like in today’s world and practical ways you can help advance God’s Kingdom.
The Continuing Need for Global Evangelism
Even in the 21st century, billions of people live in communities that have limited or no access to the Gospel. While some areas enjoy a thriving Christian presence, others remain spiritually unreached. In many countries, people grow up never hearing the name of Jesus or having the opportunity to understand His love personally.
This reality underscores the urgency of the Great Commission. While global travel, technology, and resources have expanded our ability to share the Gospel, these same tools are ineffective without intentional, on-the-ground ministry. This is where organizations like Living Word Foundation step in, providing mission trips, discipleship training, and evangelistic programs that bring the Gospel into lives that might otherwise never encounter it.
Every outreach event, whether a large Gospel program or a small personal conversation, matters. As Jesus reminded His disciples in Matthew 18:12–14, even the one lost sheep is worth seeking. God values every life, and the work of missions reflects that eternal perspective.
What the Great Commission Looks Like Today
While the essence of the Great Commission is unchanged, the methods of fulfilling it have adapted to modern challenges and opportunities:
1. Large-Scale Gospel Programs
Missionary organizations often host events designed to reach hundreds, or even thousands, of people at once. For example, in Khulna, Bangladesh, LWF partnered with a local church to host a Gospel program attended by more than 325 people, many of whom had never heard the name of Jesus. By showing the Jesus Film in their local language and preaching a clear Gospel message, over 250 attendees made professions of faith.
Events like these are vital because they allow the Gospel to reach multiple people simultaneously, providing a platform for teaching, prayer, and follow-up discipleship. They also create momentum within local communities, encouraging more people to come and learn about Christ in subsequent programs.
2. Personal Encounters and Intimate Ministry
While large events are impactful, God also works powerfully in intimate, one-on-one situations. A roadside encounter in a small village illustrates this perfectly: LWF missionaries stopped at a tea shop, shared the Gospel with a handful of curious men, and one man courageously accepted Christ that evening.
These moments remind us that the Great Commission is not only about numbers—it’s about transforming lives, even if it’s just one at a time. Both the big events and the personal encounters together fulfill Christ’s call to make disciples of all nations.
3. Discipleship and Follow-Up
Evangelism does not end at a profession of faith. Teaching new believers to follow Christ and share their faith with others is essential to the Great Commission. Living Word Foundation regularly conducts Discipleship Training Programs, equipping local believers to grow spiritually and multiply the impact of the Gospel in their communities.
Discipleship ensures that faith is not temporary but rooted, sustained, and expanded across generations. Your support allows these programs to continue, giving new believers the foundation they need to live out their faith boldly.
How You Can Help Fulfill the Great Commission
The Good News is that fulfilling the Great Commission is not limited to those who travel overseas. There are many ways you can participate, each making a tangible difference in God’s Kingdom.
1. Pray for Missionaries and Outreach Efforts
Prayer is the most powerful tool you have. LWF relies on prayer partners to intercede for the safety, boldness, and spiritual guidance of missionaries. Prayer also prepares hearts in the communities we reach, opening doors for the Gospel to be received.
Even a few minutes a day spent praying for specific mission trips, outreach events, or individual missionaries can have eternal impact.
2. Give Financially to Support Mission Work
Donations enable missionaries to travel, provide resources like Bibles and teaching materials, and cover essentials like meals, transportation, and equipment. Large programs, small personal encounters, and discipleship training all rely on generous support from donors.
Every gift, whether one-time or recurring, contributes directly to the advancement of the Gospel. Supporting Living Word Foundation financially is a tangible way to participate in the Great Commission from anywhere in the world.
3. Share the Mission With Your Network
Spreading awareness about the work of LWF multiplies the impact of every mission trip. Share stories, blog posts, videos, and prayer requests with friends, family, and your church. Encourage others to join in prayer, support, or even participate in mission trips.
By telling others about the Gospel work happening around the world, you help bring more people into God’s plan for the nations.
4. Engage With Local Opportunities
Even without traveling abroad, you can make an eternal difference. Partner with your church or small group to host prayer gatherings for missionaries, organize fundraising events, or share mission updates in your community. Every action supports global outreach and encourages others to be part of the mission.
Seeing the Fruit of Your Participation
When you help fulfill the Great Commission—through prayer, giving, sharing, or participating—you contribute to tangible, eternal results:
- Lives Transformed: People who have never heard the Gospel encounter Christ for the first time.
- Communities Impacted: Churches are strengthened, and believers are equipped to share their faith.
- Momentum for Missions: Each program and personal encounter builds a foundation for ongoing outreach, ensuring that the Gospel continues to reach more people.
Stories from previous LWF mission trips illustrate this clearly. From Khulna, Bangladesh, where 250 new believers came to faith during a single outreach program, to intimate roadside encounters where one life was saved, every effort has eternal significance.
A Call to Participate in the Great Commission
The Great Commission is not a distant, abstract command—it is a present, urgent calling. Every believer has a role to play, whether through prayer, financial support, sharing, or direct participation.
By supporting Living Word Foundation, you help make disciples of all nations, teach new believers, and ensure that the message of Jesus reaches those who have never heard it. Your involvement allows the Gospel to go further and impact lives in ways you may never fully see in this lifetime.
As Matthew 28:19 reminds us, we are called to go and make disciples—and God is with us every step of the way. When you partner with LWF, you join a movement that is changing lives, communities, and eternity itself.
Join Us Today:
- Pray for our missionaries and the communities we serve.
- Give generously to support Gospel programs and mission trips.
- Share our mission with friends, family, and your church.
Together, we can continue to fulfill the Great Commission in today’s world, reaching the unreached and transforming lives through the love of Jesus Christ.