Apostello

The term 'apostello' is a Greek word meaning 'to send away' or 'to send forth.' It is often associated with the sending of apostles in the New Testament, particularly in the context of the Great Commission and the mission of the church.

In the early church, the apostles were foundational leaders who were directly commissioned by Jesus to spread the Gospel. The term 'apostello' reflects the urgency and importance of their mission in a diverse and often hostile world.

• Mission and Evangelism
• Authority of the Apostles
• The Great Commission
• Sending and Being Sent

1. Matthew 28:19Jesus commands His followers to go and make disciples, encapsulating the mission of the church.
2. John 17:18Jesus states, 'As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world,' reinforcing the sending nature of His followers.

1. Matthew 28:19-20The Great Commission where Jesus commands His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, embodying the essence of 'apostello.'
2. John 20:21Jesus sends His disciples as the Father sent Him, highlighting the continuity of mission.
3. Acts 13:2-3The Holy Spirit instructs the church in Antioch to set apart Paul and Barnabas for the work to which He has called them, demonstrating the active sending of missionaries.

• Encourage believers to embrace their role in the Great Commission.
• Foster a culture of sending within the church, supporting missionaries and outreach efforts.
• Recognize the importance of being sent as a part of the Christian identity.

• Highlights the missional aspect of the church's identity.
• Affirms the authority given to the apostles to preach and teach.
• Emphasizes the continuity of God's mission from Jesus to His followers.

• Apostleship

  The role of apostles is defined by their being sent ('apostello') to establish the church and spread the Gospel.

• Great Commission

  The concept of 'apostello' is central to the Great Commission, emphasizing the call to evangelism and discipleship.