G L O B A L I T Y
“The gospel to everyone, everywhere, by anyone.”
We prioritize the Great Commission.
The heart of the gospel is globality, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only son” (John 3:16).
The message of the gospel is globality. “You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14, NLT).
The goal of the gospel is globality. “Then he told them, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone, everywhere” (Mark 16:15, NLT).
The early church multiplied when ordinary people were scattered and free to preach the gospel. "Now those who were scattered went about preaching the word" (Acts 8:4, ESV).
Understanding Globality: The Gospel to Everyone, Everywhere, by Anyone
Globality is a significant concept central to God’s plan for the world. It means that God's love, message, and plan are meant for everyone, everywhere. John 3:16 declares, "For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son." This means God's love isn't just for a select few; it's for the entire world.
The gospel’s message—the good news about Jesus—is for everyone. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5:14, "You are the light of the world," meaning believers are called to shine God's light across the earth, not just in one place. In Mark 16:15, Jesus commands His followers, "Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone, everywhere." The mission is clear: the gospel is for everyone, everywhere, and anyone can proclaim it.
God's Plan for Everyone
The Bible consistently reveals that God's plan has always been Globality. In everything He does, God is working toward world evangelism—sharing the message of Jesus with the entire world. In Matthew 28:18-19, Jesus commands His disciples to go and make followers of all nations. This was not just a suggestion but a command backed by authority and power.
Often, we forget that our everyday lives are part of this bigger plan. We go through our routines—work, school, family—without realizing that God is involved. Even when we don’t see how our lives connect to God’s purpose, He is always working, linking everything to His mission of spreading the gospel.
The Early Church’s Struggle
Even the first Christians struggled to grasp this concept. After Jesus ascended to heaven, He told His disciples they would be His witnesses "in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8, NIV). Yet, for a long time, they remained within their community, not reaching out to others as Jesus commanded.
This changed when persecution struck the church in Jerusalem. As believers were forced to flee, they began preaching the gospel everywhere they went (Acts 8:4). What seemed like a disaster was actually God’s way of pushing them to fulfill His command. This shows us that God can use even the most difficult situations to accomplish His plan.
The Power of the Individual
One crucial lesson from the early church is the potential of each individual. Often, we think that sharing the gospel is just for pastors or missionaries, but that’s not true. Every believer has a role in God’s plan. When Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, He told those around Him, "Unwrap him and let him go" (John 11:44, NLT). Similarly, God wants to free us from anything that holds us back so we can share His message.
In John 4, Jesus speaks with a woman at a well. After their conversation, she returns to her city and tells everyone about Jesus. Because of her testimony, many people in the city believed. This shows that one person, even someone who feels unimportant, can have a tremendous impact when they share their story about Jesus.
The Extraordinary Harvest
The Bible promises that in the last days, God will pour out His Spirit on all people, leading to the salvation of many (Acts 2:17-21, NLT). This means a great harvest of souls turning to God is coming. The prophets Joel and Amos spoke of a time when God would bring a massive outpouring of His Spirit, leading to a great harvest of souls (Amos 9:13, Joel 2:23).
In the agricultural world of the Bible, rain was essential for crops to grow. The "early rain" softened the soil, preparing it for planting, while the "latter rain" brought the harvest to full growth. God promises to send both the early and latter rain, symbolizing how He will prepare people’s hearts and bring them to faith in Jesus.
Today, the world is ready for this harvest. People are searching for hope and truth, and as believers, we are part of this incredible work of bringing the gospel to everyone, everywhere.
God's plan is Globality—the Gospel to Everyone, Everywhere, by Anyone. As believers, we are called to be part of this great commission. By understanding our role and the potential within each of us, we can help bring the gospel to the world, just as God intended.