What other scriptures highlight the importance of spreading the Gospel in all areas? The Gospel inside Caesar’s palace (Philippians 4:22) “All the saints greet you, especially those of Caesar’s household.” • Paul’s simple closing line shows that the good news had already penetrated the highest level of Roman society. If it could reach imperial servants and relatives, it can reach every corner of the globe. The Lord’s direct commands to cover “all the world” • Matthew 28:18-20 — “Go and make disciples of all nations…” • Mark 16:15 — “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” • Acts 1:8 — “You will be My witnesses … to the ends of the earth.” New-Testament snapshots of wide-ranging proclamation • Acts 8:4 — “Those who had been scattered preached the word wherever they went.” • Acts 13:47 — “I have made you a light for the Gentiles, to bring salvation to the ends of the earth.” • Colossians 1:6 — “all over the world it is bearing fruit and growing.” • Colossians 1:23 — “the gospel … proclaimed in all creation under heaven.” Old-Testament roots for a global vision • Genesis 12:3 — “all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” • Psalm 96:3 — “Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples.” • Isaiah 49:6 — “I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.” Why the task is urgent • Romans 10:14-15 — “How can they hear without someone to preach?” • 2 Corinthians 5:20 — “We are ambassadors for Christ.” • 2 Timothy 4:2 — “Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season.” • Revelation 14:6 — “an eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on the earth—to every nation and tribe and tongue and people.” Take-home thoughts • Philippians 4:22 proves that even the walls of power cannot keep the gospel out; neither can any workplace, neighborhood, campus, or culture today. • From Genesis to Revelation, God’s plan has always been worldwide. • Our responsibility is clear: step into every sphere we can reach—whether palace or prison cell—with the same message that changed Caesar’s household. |
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