Saint Michael and All Angels
TOPIC: WALKING THE MISSION PATH
TEXT: Matthew 10:6-19(NKJV)
10:6. “But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
10:7. “And as you go, preach, saying, ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’
10:8. “Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.
10:9. “Provide neither gold nor silver nor copper in your money belts,
10:10. “nor bag for [your] journey, nor two tunics, nor sandals, nor staffs; for a worker is worthy of his food.
10:11. “Now whatever city or town you enter, inquire who in it is worthy, and stay there till you go out.
10:12. “And when you go into a household, greet it.
10:13. “If the household is worthy, let your peace come upon it. But if it is not worthy, let your peace return to you.
10:14. “And whoever will not receive you nor hear your words, when you depart from that house or city, shake off the dust from your feet.
10:15. “Assuredly, I say to you, it will be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of judgment than for that city!
10:16. ” Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves.
10:17. “But beware of men, for they will deliver you up to councils and scourge you in their synagogues.
10:18. “You will be brought before governors and kings for My sake, as a testimony to them and to the Gentiles.
10:19. “But when they deliver you up, do not worry about how or what you should speak. For it will be given to you in that hour what you should speak;
STUDY:
Our text describes the commissioning of the Disciples by Jesus on a challenging mission to the lost sheep of Israel. This commissioning shows the disciples’ responsibility within their community and reminds us to focus on our spheres of influence and share the Gospel with those around us. We are all on a mission to our community and are instructed to avoid material possessions but rather put our trust in God’s provision as we live with a spirit of detachment as Jesus instructed the Disciples.
Jesus described the mission as sending a sheep to the wolf’s den-preparing our minds that we are going to face potential rejections, persecution, and danger. Yet, Jesus equipped the disciples with clear instructions and powerful promises and their message was one of hope and healing, proclaiming the arrival of the Kingdom of Heaven. Rejection and persecution were expected, but the disciples were not to respond negatively. This reminds us to stand firm in our faith while maintaining peace and love, even in the face of opposition. Despite the challenges, we are promised guidance and strength from the Holy Spirit. This emphasizes our reliance on God’s power and presence in our journeys. Jesus described the mission as sending a sheep to the wolf’s den – preparing our minds that we are going to face potential rejections, persecution, and danger.
Yet, Jesus equipped the disciples with clear instructions and powerful promises and their message was one of hope and healing, proclaiming the arrival of the Kingdom of Heaven. Rejection and persecution were expected, but the disciples were not to respond negatively. This reminds us to stand firm in our faith while maintaining peace and love, even in the face of opposition. Despite the challenges, we are promised guidance and strength from the Holy Spirit. This emphasizes our reliance on God’s power and presence in our journeys.
PRAYER: Teach me Lord to be faithful to fulfill the mission you have sent me on, Amen!
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