Grasslands Church Podcast

In the final moments before Jesus sent his disciples out on mission he reminded them of what was most important. First, Jesus wants people to acknowledge him as God and King, and second, Jesus must be the priority of his disciples even as they go. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 10:32-42

Jesus sent his disciples on mission knowing that they would experience opposition. While they're on the road, Jesus teaches them to trust in the Spirit, stand firm in their faith, and fear God more than people.SCRIPTURE: Matthew 10:16-31

Jesus sends out his disciples on mission with nothing but the clothes on their back - no money, no spare outfits and no walking sticks. Being on mission is a lesson in grace. On mission Jesus' disciples learn to trust God's provision, timing and judgement.SCRIPTURE: Matthew 10:8b-15

Jesus calls disciples to himself and shares with them his authority and community. Jesus sends his disciples into the world to specific people in specific places for a very specific purpose. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 10:1-8a

Matthew 9 marks a turning point in the story of Jesus - it's the moment when Jesus sends his disciples out to further the reach of his mission. He sends them with not just a task but with his heart of compassion and a call to pray.SCRIPTURE: Matthew 9:35-38