Read Luke 9:1-10; Luke 10:1-20
When Jesus saw that the time was right, He transitioned His disciples from being merely learners and invited them into sharing with Him the ministry that God had sent Jesus to do. The disciples enter the phase of apostleship – they became “sent ones,” messengers of the Kingdom of God.
Why do you think Jesus took so much time before He sent them out?
In what ways do we put the cart before the horse and focus on the “doing things for Jesus” rather than prioritize simply becoming like Him?
What did Jesus do with His disciples when they returned from being sent out by Him?
So, the discipleship process didn’t end just because Jesus sent the disciples out. He had to correct their pride and teach them how to use the power and authourity that He had given the disciples. Discipleship is an ongoing process – every Christian at every level in their walk with Jesus need to be discipled, taught, corrected, and encouraged by Jesus. We can’t do it alone…
Read Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 16:15-18
What surprises you about the “Great Commission”?
Does Jesus’ promise to “be with us always” bring you comfort? How does it help those who can’t see Him?
Read Acts 1:4-5
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