
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or
Jesus Commissions the 12. Instructions and Warnings for Ministry. The Cost of Discipleship.
"And whoever doesn’t take up his cross and follow me is not worthy of me." Matthew 10:38
In this episode, we explore Matthew Chapter 10, where Jesus equips and sends out the twelve apostles, marking a pivotal transition in His ministry. We observe as He confers on them authority to heal and cast out unclean spirits, signaling not just their role but ours as carriers of His legacy. The detailed listing of the apostles emphasizes the personal call to each, a reminder that we, too, are individually chosen for specific tasks in spreading the gospel. This commissioning roots our faith in a tradition of empowerment that continues through generations.
As we navigate through the chapter, we also unpack Jesus’ crucial instructions and warnings for His disciples' journey. We're reminded of the inherent challenges and persecutions in ministry, yet encouraged by Jesus’ assurance of God’s providential care and the ultimate rewards for faithfulness. Understanding these elements is essential as they mirror the trials and triumphs we may face in our own spiritual endeavors. This episode guides us in embracing the cost of discipleship, urging us to persevere with faith and commitment in our walk with Christ.
4.5
1919 ratings
Jesus Commissions the 12. Instructions and Warnings for Ministry. The Cost of Discipleship.
"And whoever doesn’t take up his cross and follow me is not worthy of me." Matthew 10:38
In this episode, we explore Matthew Chapter 10, where Jesus equips and sends out the twelve apostles, marking a pivotal transition in His ministry. We observe as He confers on them authority to heal and cast out unclean spirits, signaling not just their role but ours as carriers of His legacy. The detailed listing of the apostles emphasizes the personal call to each, a reminder that we, too, are individually chosen for specific tasks in spreading the gospel. This commissioning roots our faith in a tradition of empowerment that continues through generations.
As we navigate through the chapter, we also unpack Jesus’ crucial instructions and warnings for His disciples' journey. We're reminded of the inherent challenges and persecutions in ministry, yet encouraged by Jesus’ assurance of God’s providential care and the ultimate rewards for faithfulness. Understanding these elements is essential as they mirror the trials and triumphs we may face in our own spiritual endeavors. This episode guides us in embracing the cost of discipleship, urging us to persevere with faith and commitment in our walk with Christ.
38,640 Listeners
5,383 Listeners
6,136 Listeners
25,372 Listeners
12,990 Listeners
7,548 Listeners
3,727 Listeners
3,006 Listeners
48,669 Listeners
41,782 Listeners
60,247 Listeners
26,443 Listeners
527 Listeners
0 Listeners
10 Listeners