Matthew 10 - Authority, Mission, and the Cost of Discipleship
Introduction:
This document analyzes Matthew 10, focusing on its core themes related to the authority and mission of the twelve apostles and the challenges and expectations of discipleship. The chapter outlines the initial scope of the apostles' ministry, their instructions, and the kinds of persecution they will face, concluding with a reminder of the importance of welcoming them and the cost of discipleship. It functions as both a practical guide for missionary work and a profound theological statement about the nature of following Jesus.
