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    • Christians believe that Jesus told them to take the Christian message all over the world (Acts 1:8).
    • Christians work across the globe can include promoting reconciliation between people who are in conflict because Christians believe that Jesus wanted to bring peace
    • Christians' worldwide mission also involves caring for those who are in need, such as the poor and hungry, reflecting the way Jesus cared for the ill and vulnerable
    • The Great Commission is an instruction given by Jesus Christ to his disciples to spread their teachings throughout the world.
    • "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." - Mark 16:15
    • Jesus said "Go ye therefore into all the world" - Matthew 28:19
    • Missionaries are individuals sent out from one place or community to another with the intention of spreading Christianity through evangelism and social action.
    • Evangelism refers to the act of sharing the gospel message with others, while social action involves working towards positive change in society.
    • Christians believe it is important to promote peace because the Kingdom of God is understood as a kingdom of peace (romans 14:7)
    • Christians pray for peace and reconciliation in their religious services. they also work to try and unite all Christians so that a united church can be a better witness around the world
    • In recent years, some churches have become more active in promoting peace and resolving conflict through initiatives like interfaith dialogue and peacemaking efforts in war-torn areas.
    • Some examples of these include the Catholic Church's involvement in the Northern Ireland peace process and the Anglican Communion's support for peacebuilding efforts in Africa.
    • The Christian concept of peace emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, love, justice, and nonviolence in achieving true harmony among people.
    • Many Christians see peace as an essential part of living a faithful and meaningful life, both individually and collectively.
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