Over the next five weeks we will
explore the story of the sending out of
the 72 disciples as recorded in Luke
Chapter 10.
Up until the end of Luke 8, the disciples have been
following Jesus; they have been with Jesus, watching
Jesus, almost like spectators of His mission. But
now they are invited to step out of
the grandstand and onto the playing field. They
are called to be participators in Jesus’ mission.
A process that began in chapter 9 with the
sending of the 12 disciples is now continued with
the sending of the 72. The theme of sending will
become a great theme of Luke’s book. The mission
that began focusing on the lost sheep of Israel will
be extended to all nations.
This will be a time for you, your small
group and church to dig deep into this
chapter and tease out what it says to us
about Jesus, his mission and ultimately
our mission to people across the street
and across the globe.
How to use this resource
Use as a small group study.
Read the passage and discuss
the questions together. As a
group, choose to support a Global
Interaction cross-cultural worker
or project as part of your giving
to mission.
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If you are not part of a small group,
use the passages and questions
to guide your daily time with God.
Meditate on the Bible verses, journal
your responses to the discussion
questions and challenge yourself to
learn more about the people around
you and overseas who need to hear
the message of Jesus.
For pastors or leaders, visit the
May Mission Month page www.
globalinteraction.org.au/mmm.
Here you will find detailed sermon
notes, children’s activities, video
clips plus extra resources that will
help you involve your congregation
and small group throughout May
Mission Month.