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I. THE NATURE OF THE CHRISTIAN MINISTER'S COMMISSION. To preach the gospel, explain its doctrines, to enforce its precepts, to proclaim its promises, and to denounce its threatenings.

II. THE END OR DESIGN OF THE CHRISTIAN MINISTER'S COMMISSION. To preach the gospel in all the world and to every creature.

1. This implies that all mankind stand in need of the gospel.

2. It implies universality of design on the part of God to bestow the benefits of the gospel on those who receive it.

3. It implies universal grace and efficiency as accompanying the ministry of the gospel to render it effectual for the salvation of all.

4. It implies an obligation on the part of the Church to send its ministers literally into all the world and to every creature.

III. THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE GOSPEL FROM THOSE TO WHOM IT IS PREACHED.

1. The gospel requires faith from those to whom it is preached. Saving faith consists of two parts.

(1)  The faith by which the sinner is justified. And in this there are three distinct acts.

(i)  The assent of the understanding.

(ii)  The consent of the will.

(iii)  The soul's repose and reliance upon Christ for pardon.

(2)  The faith by which the Christian daily lives. Trust. Confidence in God, leading to prompt and willing obedience.

2. Baptism. The duties imposed upon all baptized are —

(1)  To maintain an open connection with the Church.

(2)  To defend the cause of Christ against all adversaries.

(3)  To live a holy life.

IV. THE RESULTS OF THE RECEPTION OR REJECTION OF THE GOSPEL.

(E. Grindrod.)

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KJV: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

WEB: He said to them, "Go into all the world, and preach the Good News to the whole creation.