2026.03.29 - Mark Brunke - The Great Commission: Every Saint Follows Jesus

In this Palm Sunday sermon from GBC Weekly Sermons, Pastor Mark Brunke unpacks the Great Commission in Matthew 28, focusing on the central theme: every saint follows Jesus with obedience in all things. He contrasts the enthusiastic crowd shouting 'Hosanna!' on Palm Sunday with the same voices later calling for Jesus' crucifixion, challenging listeners to examine whether their faith is merely celebratory or rooted in daily, sacrificial obedience. Using vivid metaphors—like following someone into a tractor supply store or a country music concert—Pastor Mark illustrates that true discipleship means following Jesus into places we’d never choose on our own. He emphasizes that obedience isn’t just about doing easy or enjoyable things, but about denying ourselves and obeying all of Christ’s commands, even when it’s hard. He also stresses the importance of knowing God’s Word thoroughly, urging regular Bible reading across all books, not just the Psalms. Finally, he calls the church to be active in discipling others, modeling the faith through mentoring, inviting people into ministry, and making gatherings welcoming for new believers. The sermon culminates in a gospel invitation: Good Friday and Easter Sunday offer forgiveness and new life not because we’re good enough, but because Jesus was.