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Robert Coleman

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Robert Emerson Coleman (1928–present). Born on April 21, 1928, in Dallas, Texas, Robert E. Coleman is an American evangelist, scholar, and author renowned for his work on discipleship and evangelism. Raised in a Methodist family, he converted as a young man and felt called to ministry during college at Southwestern University, where he earned a BA. He holds advanced degrees from Asbury Theological Seminary (BD), Princeton Theological Seminary (MTh), and the University of Iowa (PhD), with honorary doctorates from Trinity International University and Asbury. Ordained a Methodist pastor, he served churches from 1949 to 1955 before teaching at Asbury Seminary (1955–1983) and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (1983–2001), later joining Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary as Distinguished Professor Emeritus. Coleman’s preaching, averaging 35 global engagements yearly, emphasizes Jesus’ Great Commission, influencing churches and conferences worldwide. His seminal book, The Master Plan of Evangelism (1963), has sold over 3.5 million copies in 100 languages, outlining Jesus’ discipleship strategy. He authored 24 books, including The Master Plan of Discipleship (1987) and The Heart of the Gospel (2013), and led the Billy Graham Center’s Institute of Evangelism (1989–2001). Married to Marietta since 1952, he has three children and seven grandchildren, residing in Wilmore, Kentucky. Coleman said, “Jesus’ plan was not to impress the crowd, but to usher in a kingdom.”

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Great Commission Lifestyle - Part 1

1.3K41:59

Great CommissionMAT 6:33MAT 28:17MAT 28:19JHN 1:35

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of discipleship and the Great Commission mentioned in Matthew's Gospel. He uses a humorous anecdote about a farmer in court to emphasize the need for context in understanding passages. The preacher also shares a personal story about his son bringing him a drink, highlighting the significance of love and understanding in relationships. The sermon concludes with the importance of staying together and the basic principles of association for developing potential and making a positive impact in one's immediate influence.

The Coming Harvest

1.2K42:52

HarvestMAT 9:35MAT 28:19JHN 4:34JHN 4:39

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the Great Commission and the anticipation of the day when it will be fulfilled. Jesus taught his disciples to always be aware of the harvest that is waiting and ready. The speaker emphasizes the need for workers in the harvest and the mission that we are sent to fulfill. Finally, the speaker highlights the joy that comes from participating in the harvest. The sermon references the fourth chapter of the Gospel of John, where Jesus encounters a woman at a well and teaches his disciples about the spiritual harvest.

Great Commission Lifestyle - Part 2

1.1K53:17

Great CommissionMAT 5:17MAT 10:8MAT 10:20MAT 10:32MAT 11:28MAT 16:24MAT 28:19

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of discipleship and the Great Commission. He teaches that disciples are called to carry on the work of Jesus and multiply the message of the gospel to the world. Using the analogy of a vine and its branches, he explains that disciples are like fruit that can reproduce and grow more disciples. The speaker encourages all believers to be involved in ministry and to help others grow in their faith.

Disciples of Jesus

Ordinary PeopleDiscipleshipEmpowerment by the Holy SpiritJHN 14:16

Robert Coleman emphasizes that the disciples of Jesus were ordinary men, lacking formal education and societal status, yet chosen by Christ to fulfill a monumental mission. Despite their impulsive and temperamental nature, these common laborers represented a diverse cross-section of society, demonstrating that God can use anyone for His purpose. The sermon highlights the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, which empowers believers to witness for Christ, regardless of their background or qualifications.