Tag: Jesus’ presence

I don’t know about you, but when I look at what’s going on in the world, and particularly in the United States, it seems this world is going mad.

But I took heart from the last few verses of this chapter.

Jesus said,

All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. (Matthew 28:18)

People sometimes abuse their power. Others try to tear down power structures.

But ultimately, all authority has been given to Jesus. He still rules, and no one can ever strip him of his power.

Jesus final words also bring me comfort.

And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. (20)

Sometimes, it’s hard to see Jesus through the eyes of faith. But just because our faith falters at times and we can’t seem to find him doesn’t mean he has abandoned us.

He promised to be with us until the end of time. And he will keep that promise.

So what does this mean for us? Do we just relax then in the comfort of God’s love?

No. We do what Jesus told us to do.

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 everything I have commanded you. (19-20)

We’re living in a broken world, and there’s a lot of work to do.

Let’s get to it.