Which of the following is part of the Great Commission's mandate?

• A. Only preaching
• B. Only baptism
• C. Go, make disciples of all nations, baptize them, and teach them to observe Christ's commands
• D. Only teaching about moral living

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is that the Great Commission is a comprehensive mission, not just a single act. Jesus commands his followers to go into the world, make disciples of all nations, baptize them, and teach them to observe all that he commanded. This shows a flow: begin with going and proclaiming the gospel, invite people into faith through baptism, and continue with instruction that leads to obedience. That combination is what defines the mandate for the church’s mission.

This is why the option that includes all of these elements—going, making disciples of all nations, baptizing, and teaching to observe Christ’s commands—is the best answer. It captures both the outreach to all people and the ongoing discipleship process that follows conversion.

Choices that focus on only one element miss part of the mandate. Focusing only on preaching leaves out baptism and ongoing teaching; focusing only on baptism omits the outreach and discipleship; focusing only on teaching about moral living neglects the initial proclamation and the rite of baptism that initiates discipleship. The full mandate integrates all three aspects as an ongoing, global mission.