Introduction
Jesus sends out 70 to heal and preach the kingdom of God. He continues his teaching.
Questions
1. What did Jesus tell the seventy to do for those they met?
v 9 Heal the sick who are there, and tell them, ‘God’s Kingdom has come near to you.’
2. What did Jesus tell the seventy disciples would give them more joy than being able to heal people?
v 20 ... but rejoice that your names are written in heaven."
3. In Jesus’ parable, which two Israelites disobeyed God’s commandments, by not being neighbourly to the man?
v 31 and 32 ... a certain priest was going down that way. When he saw him, he passed by on the other side. In the same way a Levite also ...
Summary Points
- v 1 to 24 Jesus sends out 70 to help with the work of preaching and healing. He condemns those cities which ignore the mighty works done in them. He rejoices with those who understand God's purpose
- v 25 to 37 Jesus stresses the importance of love and then tells the parable about the good Samaritan
- v 38 to 42 Jesus is invited to the home of his good friends Martha and Mary