Evangelism Series

Matthew 10:1-4 “He called to him his twelve disciples…the names of the twelve apostles…”

• 1st time Matthew records the twelve apostles (one who is sent out; an ambassador).

• The disciples are always listed in this manner:

o Peter (1st) Andrew, James, John.

o Philip (5th) Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew.

o James (9th) Thaddaeus, Simon and Judas.

? Peter/Philip/James had leadership positions/roles over the others.

? Jesus was establishing a discipleship culture.

Matthew 10:5-6 “Go nowhere near the Gentiles or Samaritans.”

• This is not a prohibition of the wider message of the Gospel but the priority of the message (the lost sheep).

Matthew 10:7 “The kingdom of heaven is at hand.”

• Liberation from sin (the real issue) not the oppression from the Romans.

Matthew 10:8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse leapers, cast out demons.”

• The purpose of miracles: to restore people to their full humanity!

• Why is there so much suffering in this world v How is God going to work through me to end the suffering in this world?

Matthew 10:9-10 Acquire no gold, silver, copper, take no bag with you for your journey.”

• Jesus wants us to trust him for the journey.

• Expect God to meet your needs!!

• Should pastors get paid?

o Acts 4:32-35 – this is how the church should be (community based / community outreach.)

• The Son of Man has no place to lay his head (Matthew 8:20)

• The Call of Abram (Genesis 12:1)

• We are on a journey of faith!

Matthew 10:11-15

• Peace will come to those who receive and accept the apostles.

• Judgement comes to those who refuse to receive and accept the apostles.

• The judgement (John 3:19-21)