The Coming Persecutions, Matthew 10:16-23, is part of Jesus’ speech of commission to his disciples. Immediately preceding these verses, he had commissioned them to evangelize the Israelites with his authority. As soon as he did this, he moved to telling them of the persecutions they will be subjected to for him, before moving to a description of the world in light of their teaching.
Read more about Coming Persecutions: 10:16 Necessity of Cunning and Innocence, 10:17 Persecution By Jews, 10:18 The Apostles' Mission To The Gentile Rulers, 10:19-20 Providence of Words, 10:21 Persecution By One's Own Family, 10:22 Necessity of Endurance, 10:23 The Apostles Are To Go From Town To Town
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