In this episode, the pastors explore the moment when Jesus sent His twelve apostles on their first mission, equipping them with authority and clear instructions. The pastors will highlight what applied to the apostles, what Jesus said about the future tribulation, and the timeless truths we can all learn. Join us as we unpack these lessons from Matthew 10:1-25.

This is Podcast #45: “Sheep Among Wolves: The Apostles’ First Commission” which is taken from Matthew 10:1-25

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0:00 – Intro – Imagine how the Apostle felt receiving such power!

1:37 – Updates about the Pastors

3:36 – Background to today’s text 5:00 – Matthew 10:1 – The call and equipping of the Apostle

7:36 – Matthew 10:2-4 – Names of the Apostles 9:00 – Pastoral tip on being a good disciple

10:24 – Matthew 10:5-6 – Apostles sent to Israel

14:26 – Why sign gifts are no more

16:38 – Matthew 10:7-8 – Apostles could not “sell” their miracles for money

19:03 – Matthew 10:9-10 – God would provide the Apostles’ needs

21:18 – How God provided for Pastor Ken Sr

20:50 – Matthew 10:11-14 – The 12 Apostle are given instructions

25:35 – Matthew 10:15 – Jesus will curse the towns which reject His Apostles 26:22 – Matthew 10:16 – The Apostles are sheep among wolves

29:24 – Matthew 10:17-20 – Jesus speaks about His ambassadors in the future Tribulation

31:54 – Matthew 10:21-22 – God’s ambassadors will face horrible persecution in the tribulation

32:51 – Matthew 10:23 – How Jesus’ ambassadors can survive the tribulation 33:31 – Comparing Jesus’ words to His Olivet Discourse (Mark 13)

38:00 – Matthew 10:24-25 – All follows of Jesus should expect persecution

39:29 – Employment Truth – Timeless Point #1

40:06 – Employment Truth – Timeless Point #2

42:33 – Pastor Kenny Jr’s “Bad” day