Sent Out Like Sheep
Do not take along any gold or silver or copper in your belts. Matthew 10:9 · Berean Standard Bible
Don't bring any money with you, no gold, no silver, not even copper coins in your belt.
Jesus was asking them to trust God completely for their provision. No safety net, no backup plan.
Jesus, asking for radical trust.
This instruction forced the disciples to practice the very trust Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount.
Jesus prohibits carrying gold, silver, or copper in their zones (money belts), requiring complete financial dependence on God's provision through hospitality.
Money belts were standard travel equipment; Jesus' prohibition forces radical dependence and distinguishes His missionaries from itinerant philosophers who charged fees.
Jesus, giving financial instructions for the mission.
This radical economic dependence embodies the 'seek first the kingdom' principle from the Sermon on the Mount (6:33) in practical mission life.
7As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near.’
8Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.
9Do not take along any gold or silver or copper in your belts.
10Take no bag for the road, or second tunic, or sandals, or staff; for the worker is worthy of his provisions.
11Whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy there and stay at his house until you move on.
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