Dennis R. Wiles 

First Baptist Arlington 

November 3, 2024 

MISSIONS 2024 

Together . . . to the People 

November 3 - 30, 2024 

Preaching Voice: Apostle 

God’s People: Equipped for the Mission of God 

Acts 1:1-8 

Theme for 2024: Together 

Theme for Missions 2024: Together . . . to the People 

CONTEXT: Luke opens the Book of Acts, a compendium to his Gospel, with a brief excursus on the 40 days between the resurrection of Jesus and His ascension. In this short section of Scripture we learn that God’s people are equipped for His mission. 

PEOPLE: God has chosen to carry out His work through His people! 

PROOF: Jesus Christ has conquered death through the miracle of the Resurrection! 

PURPOSE: The Incarnation and Ministry of Jesus Christ marked the establishment of the Kingdom of God on earth. 

PERSON: God’s people today are called to give witness about the Person of Jesus! 

PERSPECTIVE: The commissioning of God’s people is to share the message of Jesus with the whole world! 

POWER: Pentecost marked the beginning of the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit for the people of God, enabling us to fulfill His mission!