These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: "Do not go among the Gentiles or enter any town of the Samaritans.
6Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel.
7As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ - P34
14If anyone will not welcome you or listen to your words, leave that home or town and shake the dust off your feet.
15Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town. - P35
Jesus calls His twelve disciples and gives them authority to drive out evil spirits and heal every disease—tasks that He Himself has done on this earth. The disciples become an extension of their teacher as they demonstrate the power of the kingdom of heaven. - P36
The disciples’ mission is Jesus’ mission, showing that Jesus is present among them and working through them. Though the twelve disciples come from different backgrounds, each of them holds a special place in Jesus’ mission. - P36
Today, Jesus is likewise calling us to be His workers in the harvest of His kingdom. Having witnessed His power and authority through the Scriptures, we are called to continue His divine mission as His stewards. - P36
After calling His disciples, Jesus gives clear instructions for the harvest-where to go, what to do, and how to do it, including guidance on the rightattitude and approach. This marks the beginning of their mission, and allthey need to do is follow Jesus‘ strategy. - P36
Though they may face oppositionand rejection, there is no need to worry or fear; God will provide for them.
As we step into the mission Jesus entrusts us with, we are not stepping intoit empty-handed. Through the Scriptures, He equips us with clear instruc-tions and guidance so that we can turn to Him when we are unsure of whatto do or how to do it. - P36
I am comforted as I am reminded that I, too, am called for a specific rolein Jesus‘ mission. Despite my limitations and imperfections as a mission-ary, Jesus reassures me that His power and authority are with me as I stepinto the world. He affirms me with His loving voice, leading my steps andshowing me the right path. As I walk forward in faith, I trust that He willcontinue to guide, empower) and use me for His glory. - P37
Dear God, I am honored that You have called me to be a worker for Your harvest. Help me to demonstrate the power of Your kingdom and be a witness to those who do not yet believe in You. In Your Son’s name I pray, amen. - P37
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