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Great Bible resources on the commissioning of the 12 disciples.
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BSF Matthew Lesson 11 Additional Bible Resources
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Friday Digest BSF Matthew Lesson 11
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IN MATTHEW 10 BSF LESSON 11
- Christ’s path is hard
- We are called to sacrifice for him
- God equips those He calls for His work
- Always pray for guidance
- God awakens dead hearts to His Word
- God has work for you to do
- Choose God’s way over yours
TAKE AWAY: Love Christ more than life itself.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 5: Matthew 10:32-42
SUMMARY OF MATTHEW 10:32-42
If you acknowledge Jesus (accept him), God will accept you in heaven. Whoever doesn’t won’t be accepted. Jesus did not come to bring peace; he came with a sword to ensure he is first in the hearts of men, not others. You must take up your cross and follow him. Those who accept Jesus will be rewarded.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 5: Matthew 10:32-42
14) If you acknowledge Jesus (accept him), God will accept you in heaven. Whoever doesn’t won’t be accepted. Jesus did not come to bring peace; he came with a sword to ensure he is first in the hearts of men, not others. You must take up your cross and follow him. Those who accept Jesus will be rewarded.
15) Because God is first in lives and deserves to have everything given up for him.
16) Take up your cross means you must be willing to die in order to follow Jesus. You die to self. You surrender everything, including allegiance to your family over Christ. Then, you give up your hopes, dreams, and even family to follow Christ and do his will. The reward is eternal life in heaven. Here is an old post of mine explaining this: HERE
17) I have had to give up my wants and desires for God’s will many times in this world.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 5: Matthew 10:32-42
I love how Jesus is encouraging his disciples that even though times will be tough, their reward in heaven will be more than worth it. What we all need to keep in mind.
End Notes BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 5: Matthew 10:32-42
We must publically confess our Christianity and not hide it from shame. It should be clear to others you are a Christian. Whatever Jesus is to you, we will be to him.
People, even families, are divided by Jesus’s message of eternal salvation, which is why a sword analogy is used. Jesus must be first in our lives.
The cross in Roman times symbolized death, not life like it does to us. Taking up your cross meant being willing to die to follow Jesus. When you are willing to lose your life for Jesus, you find it.
Fun Fact: This is the first time Matthew has mentioned cross.
We are to do good for Jesus’s disciples (priests, pastors, etc) by supporting them, even by giving them something as simple as a glass of water.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 4: Matthew 10:16-31
SUMMARY OF MATTHEW 10:16-31
Jesus warns his disciples what they will face on their journeys. They will be like sheep among wolves. The disciples will need to be on their guard against men who will flog them in their synogogues and hand them over to their local councils. They will be arrested, but God will help them by giving them the words they will need via the Holy Spirit.
Jesus warns them others will hate them because of him, but if they stand firm, they will be saved. If people persecute them, move on. However, they won’t finish going through the cities of Israel after before he dies.
Do not be afraid, for they can kill the body but not the soul. Instead, be afraid of the Devil. No one will fall apart from the will of the Father.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 4: Matthew 10:16-31
11a) The disciples will be like sheep among wolves. They need to be on their guard against men who will flog them in their synogogues and hand them over to their local councils. They will be arrested, but God will help them by giving them the words they will need via the Holy Spirit. People will persecute the disciples.
b) It is the same. People persecute and hate Christians. Brother will betray brother and a father his child.
c) Doing the right thing has been costly in terms of job promotions.
12a) Do not be afraid, for nothing is concealed that won’t be made known, and they can kill the body but not the soul.
b) It’s always good to know that someone has got my back and that I’ll be alright no matter what.
13) The body can be killed but not the soul. This encourages me when death happens.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 4: Matthew 10:16-31
Following Jesus is hard, and it’s not all sunshine and roses. Jesus tells his disciples this in order to prepare them for the turmolt ahead.
Great for the shorter nights!
End Notes BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 4: Matthew 10:16-31
The disciples will face persecution, but they are to remain harmless, not fighting back. Opposition will be everywhere, including with governors and kings. Christianity will spread, threatening many.
Note the inclusion of the Gentiles in verse 18.
God and His words will be with them. Persecution will come from within families, too. Death will result. But persevere to the end. And don’t seek out martydom, but flee to those who will hear your message.
The Son of Man coming refers to God’s judgement of Judea in AD 70 when the temple was destroyed.
Since Jesus was persecuted, so too will they be. If Jesus was called the Devil (Beelzebub), so they too will be. Instead, be like Jesus, the teacher (Romans 8:29).
The Truth will prevail, so there is nothing to fear. The Truth will be known even if rulers try to suppress it. God cares for the disciples more than the sparrows.
Fun Fact: “Do not be afraid” is mentioned three times in these last 6 verses. With God, there is no room for fear.
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BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 3: Matthew 10:1-15
SUMMARY OF MATTHEW 10:1-15
Jesus called his disciples together and gave them the ability to drive out evil and heal every disease and sickness. The 12 are: Simon (Peter), Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, James, Thaddaeus, Simon, and Judas.
Jesus sent the 12 out to the lost sheep of Israel, not to the Gentiles or the Samaritans. Preach the message that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the sick; raise the dead; drive out demons; heal lepers. Freely give as they have received. Take no money, bag, extra clothes or sandals for the worker is worth his keep.
They are to stay at others’ homes while traveling. Bless the home if it is worthy. Move on if it is not.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 3: Matthew 10:1-15
6) He gave them authority to drive out evil spirits and to heal every disease and sickness.
7a) To the lost sheep of Israel. They were to not go to the Gentiles or the Samaritans.
b) Matthew 28:19-20 is the Great Commission, as Jesus sends out his disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8 says that the disciples will receive the Holy Spirit, and with this power they are to witness in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and all the ends of the earth. Romans 1:16 says that the power of the Gospel (God’s Word) can give salvation to those that believe. Believers will experience honor and peace according to Romans 2:9-11. Unbelievers will experience trouble and distress.
8 ) Preach the message that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the sick; raise the dead; drive out demons; heal lepers. Freely give as they have received. Take no money, bag, extra clothes or sandals for the worker is worth his keep. They are to stay at others’ homes while traveling. Bless the home if it is worthy.
9) Because hospitality was big in ancient times and was supposed to be given no matter what. Those who rejected the Gospel will face an eternity in hell, which is worse than what Sodom and Gomorrah experienced as burning sulphur rained down.
10) As you meet people, be aware if they may be open to Jesus. Preach the Good News, but if their hearts are closed, Jesus will judge them. You do your part by sharing.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 3: Matthew 10:1-15
I love the emphasis on going on and giving freely, but dusting the dust off your feet if your message is not received. We cannot let it bother us when others don’t turn to Jesus. God puts it on others hearts to follow Him or not by hardening hearts or loosening them. Our job is to share the message since we don’t know God’s sovereign will. He awakens dead hearts, not us! And give freely as we have been given to. Great stuff here!
End Notes BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 3: Matthew 10:1-15
The 12 Disciples
Really cool synopsis on the Apostles HERE
The disciples are listed in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and Acts, but not the book of John.  Matthew 10:2-4, Mark 3:16-19, Luke 6:13-16, and Acts 1:13. Note they are of various backgrounds, as are all believers. 1 Corinthians 1:26-29. There are also other similarities: Peter is always first, and Judas is always last. The brothers are always paired together. Bible scholars see three groups of four, as if each had a leader:
- Peter, Andrew, James, and John
- Philip, Bartholomew/Nathanael, Thomas, and Matthew
- James, Thaddaeus/Judas, Simon, Judas
Jesus equips those he calls to do their job (here, Jesus gave the 12 powers). The 12 have a future role in eternity (Matthew 19:28), helped found the church (Ephesians 2:20)., and shall be remembered always. (Revelation 21:14).
Fun Fact: This is the only time in Matthew the 12 are called apostles, meaning “one who is sent out.”
Iscariout may mean “man of Kerioth,” which is a town in southern Judea, or may mean “traitor.”
Bible Scholar Clarke notes that first the 12 are disciples Matthew 10:1 before apostles Matthew 10:2.. You must learn about God before you can preach about God.
The 12 Disciples Commissioned
It has always been God’s chosen people first (Romans 1:16), then the Gentiles. So it is with the disciples here.
Jesus needed help, so he sends his 12.
Note Jesus called them “the house of Israel.” To God, they will always be Israel, whether they have a state or not.
We are all lost sheep. Â (Isaiah 53:6). Jeremiah 50:6
Jesus gives them the message he is delivering: The Kingdom of Heaven is near (Matthew 4:17)
Jesus tells them that God will meet their needs, like He meets our today. He will provide food, clothing, and shelter for them. They are to preach for free, and not charge for it. Give for free as you have received for free.
The 12 disciples who founded the church reflect the 12 Tribes of Israel who founded the nation of Israel. Israel was to be the light of the world. When they rejected him, the Gospel spread to the rest of the world.
The dusting of feet is symbolic of the Jews dusting their feet when they visited a Gentile nation so they would be clean.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 2: Matthew 9:35-38
SUMMARY OF MATTHEW 9:35-38
Jesus began travelling through all the towns and villages, preaching the Good News and healing every disease and sickness. Jesus has compassion on the crowds. He told his disciples that they needed more people to preach, so ask the Lord to send out more workers to meet the need.
BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 2: Matthew 9:35-38
3a)Â “They were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” Basically, they were ignorant of God’s Word and needed to be fed.
b)
Psalm 23:1-3: God is our shepherd, providing us with everything we need. He restores our souls and guides us in righteousness.
Isaiah 53:6: All of us sin, but God leads us back.
Ezekiel 34:5-16: God will be our shepherd and look after us, his flock. He will rescue us and pasture us and gather us. God will bring back the lost, bind up the wounded, and strengthen the weak.
John 10:11-15: Jesus says he is the good shepherd. He knows his sheep, and the sheep know him. He lays down his life for his sheep.
1 Peter 2:24-25: Jesus died for our sins so that we could live. His wounds healed us. We were sheep that had gone astray, but now we have returned to the Shepherd.
c) Knowing they all need a Savior. The desire to help in a broken world.
4) There are more needy people than those who can help them, essentially.
5) God is the Lord of the harvest, so the Lord of everything. He is asking for prayer for more followers to preach the Good News.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 2: Matthew 9:35-38
I love the shepherd analogy. Shepherds weren’t the highest of classes in ancient times, so when God and Jesus say they are shepherds, they are identifying with us all.
Try this light for better reading during these shorter days!
End Notes BSF Study Questions Matthew Lesson 11, Day 2: Matthew 9:35-38
We see God as a shepherd all throughout the Bible, beginning with Jacob (Genesis 48:15) to Revelation 7:17. It was a powerful image for those who were shepherds in ancient times.
The original Greek word for “moved with compassion” is a very strong word that was used for pity.
Jesus is saying that for so long, the people have had no shepherds because the Levite priests were not doing their job and were corrupt themselves. It’s like they had no shepherd. In order to reap the most out of the harvest, workers are needed. We are to be the workers and help those seeking the Lord come to him.
“Send out workers” or thrust them forward in the ancient Greek. We are all to work for God’s kingdom.
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