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Something most people have in common is that they’ve gone on a trip. Whether it’s a day trip to the beach or a trek across the globe, the challenge remains the same: packing light. If it’s not essential, leave it home! Today in Matthew we get a good look at what Jesus deems worthy of the journey as he sends his disciples on a mission. Let’s see how it goes!

  • Think about your favorite trip. Where did you go? What did you see? Whom did you meet that made your vacation memorable? What impact on any of this did the stuff you took with you have?

  • Traveling light is its own reward, especially if your trip will have you hopping on and off trains! Why do you suppose Jesus insists on the disciples traveling as lightly as he does?

  • Jesus says that the kingdom of God comes near those places where the disciples are welcomed—and even where they are not! What does it mean for the kingdom of God to come near? Why do you think it comes near, no matter how it is received?

Next Step: In what ways do you “welcome” the kingdom of God? What practical things can we Jesus followers do to signal the nearness of the kingdom?

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