Matthew 28 18 20 NIV Then Jesus came

Matthew 28: 18 -20 (NIV) Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. ”

Matthew 16: 18 (NIV) And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 1 Kings 19: 15 -16; 19 (MSG) God said, “Go back the way you came through the desert to Damascus. When you get there anoint Hazael; make him king over Aram. Then anoint Jehu son of Nimshi; make him king over Israel. Finally, anoint Elisha son of Shaphat from Abel Meholah to succeed you as prophet. Elijah went straight out and found Elisha son of Shaphat in a field where there were twelve pairs of yoked oxen at work plowing; Elisha was in charge of the twelfth pair. Elijah went up to him and threw his cloak over him.

1. Learn How to Submit Romans 13: 1 (NLT) Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God.

2. Learn How to Serve 2 Kings 3: 11 (NIV) But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no prophet of the Lord here, through whom we may inquire of the Lord? ”An officer of the king of Israel answered, “Elisha son of Shaphat is here. He used to pour water on the hands of Elijah. ”

3. Prepare to Succeed 2 Kings 2: 9 (MSG) When they reached the other side, Elijah said to Elisha, “What can I do for you before I’m taken from you? Ask anything. ” Elisha said, “Your life repeated in my life. I want to be a holy man just like you. ”

4. Learn to Follow John 15: 14 (NIV) You are my friends if you do what I command.

5. Learn How to Work Matt. 11: 29 -30 (MSG) I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.

6. Learn How to Have the Right Attitude Matthew 16: 23 (MSG) But Jesus didn’t swerve. “Peter, get out of my way. Satan, get lost. You have no idea how God works. ”

7. Learn How to Be Loyal Matthew 10: 22 (NLT) And all nations will hate you because you are my followers. But everyone who endures to the end will be saved.