Go People

Guiding Question: What does it mean to truly follow Jesus—not just by coming to church, but by going out into the world as His representatives?

Summary

Description: In this bold and energizing message, Robert Lewis challenges believers to rethink their understanding of the Christian life. Drawing from Genesis 12 and Matthew 28, Lewis identifies a single word—“Go”—as the defining call of both Israel and the Church. The Christian life isn’t about endlessly attending services; it’s about being sent out, equipped to make disciples and bless others.

Lewis unpacks three key ingredients for “go living”: conviction (believing this is the best way to live), finding a personal fit (discovering how you are uniquely wired to serve), and being equipped (having the confidence to effectively help others). Through stories of real people—like a man leading Men's Fraternity in Iraq and a car dealer starting spiritual conversations at work—he illustrates how “going” leads to the most vibrant, Spirit-filled Christian life.

He also casts vision for how the church might release everyday believers to be local missionaries, start “mini-churches,” or lead high-impact equipping sessions using trusted resources. The message is both a wake-up call and a blueprint for turning passive attenders into active ambassadors for Christ.

Outline:

1. The Problem of Passive Christianity – Too many believers repeat basic training without engaging the mission.

2. The “Go” Command – Genesis 12 and Matthew 28 as pivotal moments in redemptive history.

3. Three Essentials for Going:

   • Be convinced it’s the best way to live.

   • Find your personal fit.

   • Get equipped to make a real impact.

4. Modern Examples of “Go People” – Personal stories of mission in Iraq, local businesses, and church members.

5. Jesus' Catch-and-Release Model – Discipleship was never meant to be stagnant.

6. Vision for a “Go Church” – Dreaming of house churches, equipping ministries, and spiritual entrepreneurship.

7. Practical Models for Going:

   • High-touch mini churches.

   • High-interest equipping.

   • High-impact family training.

8. Conclusion & Prayer – Asking God to make Fellowship a church of movement, not maintenance.

Key Takeaways

• The call to “go” is foundational to both Old and New Testament faithfulness.

• Many believers feel spiritually bored or disconnected because they’ve stopped moving outward.

• Going isn’t just about missions; it’s about finding your fit and serving in meaningful, everyday ways.

• Real spiritual growth and experiences of God’s power happen most often on the “front lines.”

• The church must shift from being event-driven to being mission-driven.

• You don’t have to be a preacher—just a willing participant with a passion to reach others.

Scriptural References

• Genesis 12:1–3 – God’s call to Abraham: “Go…and you will be a blessing.”

• Matthew 28:18–20 – The Great Commission: “Go and make disciples…”

• Titus 2:14 – God redeems us to be “zealous for good deeds.”

• John 10:10 – Life to the full comes through following Jesus actively.

• 2 Corinthians 5:20 – We are Christ’s ambassadors.

Recorded 3/19/06