October 14

Matthew 10:1-23

Try to imagine the feelings of the disciples as they are receiving these words of instructions from Jesus. It is one thing to watch Jesus heal a person, it is another thing to receive authority to do heal the sick, raise the dead, drive out demons from Jesus. Imagine how they felt as they walked away from him on this first mission. I believe they felt excitement, wondering what God might do through them, and fear, what if God did nothing, at the same moment.

We are called to go and tell. We may never raise the dead or heal a leper, but we have the same call to proclaim the kingdom of God as the disciples did. Who do you need to tell about God? Who do you need to invite to church? Pray about who you need to invite. Ask God to give you the courage and the opportunity to offer the invitation.