All Means Everything, Right?

Shortly after Jesus' resurrection, following instructions he gives to Mary, the disciples make a trip to Galilee. Matthew records Jesus' words to his followers as the closing words of his gospel. His words are recorded in the last three verses and one word stands out over and over, the word all.

Jesus wants his disciples to know that his was not a partial victory, it was total, it was all. He has gained all authority, not just some of it. We are to share the news with  all of the world, not just the friendly parts; share all Jesus' teachings, not just the parts that support our agenda.

This Sunday we'll spend time in Matthew 28:16-20 wondering what all means for us, for the way we live and interact in the world, for the way that we live into the promise the Jesus will be with us always.