Introduction: Jesus’ call to mission in Matthew 9:35-10:23 emphasizes divine empowerment and calling.
1. Jesus observes the crowds, feeling compassion, recognizing the harvest is plentiful (Matthew 9:36-37).
A. Despite the abundance, laborers are few; the need for missionaries is urgent.
B. This compassion illustrates God’s heart and sets the foundation for sending.
2. Jesus instructs prayer for laborers, emphasizing reliance on God's initiative (Matthew 9:38).
A. The laborers are called by God, not self-appointed, illustrating divine sovereignty.
B. This instruction to pray indicates the dependence on God’s will for mission.
3. Jesus commissions the twelve, empowering them for ministry amidst trials (Matthew 10:1-23).
A. Receiving power and authority from Christ highlights divine empowerment.
B. Jesus warns of persecution, reinforcing the need for reliance on God.
C. Assurance of God's care reminds disciples of his constant presence and support.
Conclusion: God calls and empowers us for evangelism; we trust in his will, wisdom, and strength.
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Introduction: Jesus' call to evangelistic ministry is both an invitation and a divine commissioning.
1. The fields are ripe for harvest, as evidenced by Jesus' ministry of teaching and healing (Matthew 9:35).
A. Jesus' compassionate response to the crowds demonstrates the abundance of the harvest.
2. God commands prayer for the Lord of the harvest to send out workers (Matthew 9:38).
A. This highlights our dependence on God's initiative in the mission field.
B. By praying, we align ourselves with God's plan and purpose for evangelism.
3. Jesus empowers and sends the apostles, underscoring divine calling and empowerment (Matthew 10:1-5).
A. The naming of the Twelve underscores God's sovereignty in choosing and sending.
B. Jesus' instructions to face persecution show reliance on God's strength (Matthew 10:16-23).
Conclusion: Trusting in God’s sovereignty, we engage in evangelism through prayer and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.
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