SERMON NOTES WITH APPLICATION - "CORE VALUE: WITNESS" - MATTHEW 28:19-20; LUKE 21:31-32

Series: In Your Assignment

Sermon Title: Core Value: Witness

Texts: Matthew 28:19–20; Luke 21:31–32 (KJV)Theme: Hidden Manna

🌟 Main Message:

To witness is to live and speak with purpose.God calls every believer to go, give, and get ready. Witnessing isn’t just about words—it’s about how you show up, share your faith, and stay alert to God’s timing.

💡 What Is a Core Value?

A core value is something that shapes your character and choices. Witnessing is a core value because it connects your faith with your purpose—it's about letting your life tell the story of God’s love and truth.

🚶🏾‍♂️ 1. GO (Matthew 28:19)

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations...”

🧭 What It Means:

Faith isn’t meant to be kept to yourself. Jesus commands us to go out—into our families, communities, schools, jobs, and the world—and be visible, active carriers of His message.

💡 For Christians:

• Witnessing is more than evangelizing—it's discipling, walking with others in love and truth.

• Your movement matters—someone’s breakthrough may be on the other side of your obedience.

💬 For Everyone:

• “Go” doesn’t require perfection, just willingness. Your story matters.

• Sometimes, showing up with love and integrity is the best witness of all.

🛠 Practical Application:

• Start simple: share what God has done for you in everyday conversations.

• Be present where people are hurting—your presence can point to God’s.

🎁 2. GIVE (Matthew 28:20)

“Teaching them to observe all things... I am with you always...”

🧭 What It Means:

Witnessing involves giving of yourself—your time, your testimony, your truth. Jesus promises His presence when we give from the heart.

💡 For Christians:

• Don't hold back what God has taught you—give it away in love.

• Giving your wisdom and your walk helps others grow stronger.

💬 For Everyone:

• You don’t need to know everything to teach something.

• Start with what you do know: “Here’s what’s helping me.”

🛠 Practical Application:

• Find one person to pour into spiritually—pray for them, check in, share Scripture or encouragement.

• Use social media wisely: your post can be a witness.

⏳ 3. GET READY (Luke 21:31–32)

“When ye see these things... know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand.”

🧭 What It Means:

Witnessing means living prepared—watching for signs of God's kingdom and responding with faith, not fear. Like a fig tree ripening, God's purposes are unfolding. Stay ready.

💡 For Christians:

• Live like you know the time is short—be urgent but not anxious.

• Let your life be the fruit that points to the nearness of God's kingdom.

💬 For Everyone:

• God’s movement in the world is real—don't ignore the signs.

• Getting ready means checking your heart, living with purpose, and staying aware.

🛠 Practical Application:

• Set aside time each week to reflect: “Am I living ready?”

• Ask God in prayer: “What should I be doing in this season?”

🌳 Bonus Insight: The Fig Tree & the Witness Life

Like the fig tree:

• You grow inwardly (through hidden processes),

• You partner with others (like the fig wasp and flower),

• You produce fruit in season.

A faithful witness grows in secret, gives in love, and ripens with time.

✨ Final Encouragement:

Witnessing is Hidden Manna—not loud, but life-giving.To witness is to be:

• Intentional in how you live,

• Generous with what you know,

• Ready for what God is doing next.

Whether you're a believer finding your boldness, or someone seeking truth—your witness starts now.