How can we possibly do the works of God and greater?
Be Bold
March 15, 2020
Rev. Gabe Sylvia
On Commitment Sunday we are invited to join Jesus' ongoing movement of reconciliation—empowered by our union with Him—to do greater works (evangelism, teaching, and mercy) that glorify the Father rather than ourselves.
Summary
The sermon calls believers to continue the work Jesus began: a historical movement of reconciliation explained in Colossians. Because we are united to Christ (In Him), Jesus' promise that His works will be done through His followers applies to us, enabling a greater reach—especially to the Gentiles—through evangelism, teaching, and acts of compassion. Jesus never stopped working after His ascension, and since He is the worker, our service will not ultimately fail; each believer has kingdom work to do. Our motive must mirror the Son's aim to glorify the Father, overcoming the temptation to seek personal glory.
Key Points
- Commitment Sunday: a call to continue Jesus' work of reconciliation
- Paul (Colossians) explains that reconciliation began in history and calls for a movement of reconciliation
- Believers can join because we are united to Christ (In Him) and share His ability to do His works
- "Greater works" include evangelism, teaching, and deeds of mercy, reaching beyond Jesus' earthly ministry
- Jesus continues to do the work from heaven, and because He is the worker, our service will not ultimately fail
- Each believer has Kingdom work to do and need not fear ineffectiveness
- Our motive must be to glorify the Father, resisting the tendency to seek our own glory
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