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How do we know that Jesus commissioned the church and not just individuals?

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Jesus's use of the plural 'ye' in the Great Commission indicates that He was addressing the gathered church, not merely individuals.

In Matthew 28:19, the command 'Go ye therefore' uses the plural form 'ye,' which signifies that the directive was intended for the collective body of believers known as the church. This distinction is crucial because it clarifies that the church, as an organized and accountable body, has been given the authority to carry out Christ's mission on earth. The gathered assembly is responsible for teaching and baptizing, representing the unified action of believers as they fulfill their commission within their communities and beyond.
Scripture References: Matthew 28:19

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