Mission work - Galuega tala’i

Scripture Focus: Luka 10:1-24

Now after these things, the Lord also appointed seventy others, and sent them two by two ahead of him into every city and place, where he was about to come. Then he said to them, “The harvest is indeed plentiful, but the laborers are few. Pray therefore to the Lord of the harvest, that he may send out laborers into his harvest. Go your ways. Behold, I send you out as lambs among wolves. Carry no purse, nor wallet, nor sandals. Greet no one on the way. Into whatever house you enter, first say, ‘Peace be to this house.’ If a son of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you. Remain in that same house, eating and drinking the things they give, for the laborer is worthy of his wages. Don’t go from house to house. Into whatever city you enter, and they receive you, eat the things that are set before you. Heal the sick who are therein, and tell them, ‘The Kingdom of God has come near to you.’ But into whatever city you enter, and they don’t receive you, go out into its streets and say, ‘Even the dust from your city that clings to us, we wipe off against you. Nevertheless know this, that the Kingdom of God has come near to you.’ I tell you, it will be more tolerable in that day for Sodom than for that city. “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the mighty works had been done in Tyre and Sidon which were done in you, they would have repented long ago, sitting in sackcloth and ashes. But it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the judgment than for you. You, Capernaum, who are exalted to heaven, will be brought down to Hades. Whoever listens to you listens to me, and whoever rejects you rejects me. Whoever rejects me rejects him who sent me.” The seventy returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in your name!” He said to them, “I saw Satan having fallen like lightning from heaven. Behold, I give you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy. Nothing will in any way hurt you. Nevertheless, don’t rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” In that same hour Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit, and said, “I thank you, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for so it was well-pleasing in your sight.” Turning to the disciples, he said, “All things have been delivered to me by my Father. No one knows who the Son is, except the Father, and who the Father is, except the Son, and he to whomever the Son desires to reveal him.” Turning to the disciples, he said privately, “Blessed are the eyes which see the things that you see, for I tell you that many prophets and kings desired to see the things which you see, and didn’t see them, and to hear the things which you hear, and didn’t hear them.”
- Luke 10:1-24 (WEB)

Study:

In this passage, Jesus commissions seventy disciples to go ahead of Him to the cities He intended to visit. He emphasizes the abundance of the harvest but the scarcity of workers, urging prayer for more laborers. The instructions given—such as traveling lightly, offering peace, and proclaiming the nearness of God’s kingdom—highlight the urgency and the nature of mission work. The passage reveals both the spiritual authority granted to the messengers and the challenges they will face, including rejection. Jesus reminds them to focus on the eternal reward, rejoicing that their names are written in heaven, rather than the power they wield over spirits. The chapter concludes with Jesus rejoicing over God’s revelation to the humble and blessing His disciples for witnessing the fulfillment of God’s promises.

Application:

Today, this passage challenges us to recognize that the mission of spreading the Gospel is ongoing and requires willing laborers. Just as the seventy were sent without material burdens, we too are called to depend fully on God’s provision and guidance. We must be ready to face opposition and rejection but remain focused on the spiritual impact of our work rather than worldly success. The call to proclaim the Kingdom of God is urgent, and we should embrace our role as ambassadors of peace and healing in our communities, trusting God’s authority and rejoicing in our secure place in His kingdom.

Reflection Questions:

• How am I actively participating in God’s harvest through mission work or sharing the Gospel?
• Do I rely on God’s provision and power, or do I carry unnecessary burdens that hinder my spiritual mission?
• How do I respond to rejection or opposition in my faith journey?
• What does it mean for me to rejoice that my name is written in heaven rather than in earthly achievements?
• How can I cultivate a heart as humble and receptive as the "little children" Jesus praises?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for calling me to be part of Your mission in this world. Help me to trust You fully, to carry only what You command, and to bring Your peace wherever I go. Strengthen me to face challenges without fear and to rejoice always in the assurance that my name is written in heaven. May Your Kingdom come through me today and always. Amen.

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