The Call Of Jesus | Ps Glenn Bleakney | Neuma Sunshine Coast
Originally recorded on Sunday, 12th January 2025 | 9:30am
In this sermon, Pastor Glenn Bleakney explores the heart of Jesus' mission and the urgent call to action for believers today. Drawing inspiration from Luke 9 and 10, he unpacks the commissioning of the twelve and seventy, emphasizing God's passionate desire for the harvest.
Pastor Glenn delves into the meaning of being appointed (anadeiknymi), sent with authority (apostello), and thrust into the mission field (ekballo), calling us to fulfill the Great Commission. Through prayer, partnership, and active participation, you'll learn how to lift your eyes, engage in the harvest, and embrace the Spirit's leading to transform lives and advance the Kingdom.
Listen and be equipped to answer the call—the fields are ripe, the time is now, and the mission is urgent!
Sermon Notes:
The Call of Jesus: Mission and Commissioning
A. Core Mission Statement
• Jesus' purpose (Luke 19:10): "To seek and save the lost"
• Strategy: Started with 12 disciples, expanded to 70 for broader reach
B. Biblical Foundation for Commissioning
The Twelve (Luke 9:1-2)
• Given power and authority
• Purpose: Drive out demons, cure diseases
• Mission: Proclaim God's kingdom and heal
The Seventy-Two (Luke 10:1-2)
• Sent in pairs
• Covered towns Jesus planned to visit
• Key message: "Harvest plentiful, workers few"
C. Important Greek Terms in Commissioning
Anadeiknymi
◦ Meaning: Formal appointment
◦ Usage: Public declaration of representatives
◦ Example: Acts 1:24
Apostello
◦ Meaning: Deliberate sending with purpose
◦ Context: Divine authority given
◦ Reference: John 20:21
Ekballo
◦ Meaning: Forceful thrust into service
◦ Examples:
▪ Casting out demons (Luke 11:14-15)
▪ Clearing temple merchants (John 2:15)
D. Action Steps for Modern Believers
Spiritual Preparation
• Develop spiritual awareness (John 4:35)
• Cultivate burden for the lost (Romans 9:1-3)
• Let Holy Spirit fuel compassion (Romans 5:5)
E. Three Key Actions
Pray Passionately
◦ Pray continuously (1 Thess 5:17)
◦ Focus: Counter evil, free captives, open gospel opportunities
Partner Provisionally
◦ Support through giving
◦ Become co-laborers
◦ Show hospitality (Romans 12:13)
Participate Personally
◦ Share gospel locally
◦ Join outreach events
◦ Commit to missions
F.Practical Daily Steps
• Listen for Holy Spirit's guidance
• Create weekly outreach list
• Practice sharing testimony
• Maintain prayer list for non-believers
• Look for divine appointments
G. Remember
"The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few" (Luke 10:2)
• Every believer has a role
• Mission is urgent
• Fields are ready now
