19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[b] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”  Matthew 28:19-20

A. The Beginning of a witness of Jesus Christ

1. Personal encounter with the living Christ

Acts 26:12-20

2. A life of fellowship/communion with God

Acts 9:10-11; 1 Corinthians 1:9; 1 John 1:1-4; Luke 11:1; Luke 22:39-41

3. Willingness to live a life of suffering

Acts 9:12-16; 2 Timothy 3:12; Philippians 1:29-30

B. The Development of life as a witness of Jesus Christ

1. Surrender of one’s will to Christ’s will

Acts 26:19; Matthew 11:28-30

2. Living under the control of Christ’s love

2 Corinthians 5:11-21

C. The Conclusion of life as a Witness of Jesus Christ

1. Finish well

2 Timothy 4:6-7; 2 Timothy 4:9-10

2. Leave a legacy

2 Timothy 1:4-5; Revelation 14:13