Re-directed Joy (Luke 10:1-20)
Re-directed Joy (Luke 10:1-20) Overview The seventy-two are sent ahead of Jesus and by Jesus. I suppose it was to prepare the way. They went in groups of twos. On their way, they cast out demons and healed people from their diseases. The number 72 was not chosen by Jesus randomly, I suppose it has a numeric biblical significance. As the 12 disciples were chosen so the 72 are also chosen for a purpose. Severity of the message The severity of the message was in proportion to the reception and belief in the message and the authority of the messenger given by Jesus. They were not to discuss theology with them and deep issues; they were to give the message simply and truly. No argument needed. If the message was not received, they were to move on and shake the dust off their feet (10:11) Move on. No feeling sorry for anybody. The responsibility was clearly on the hearer. Return of Seventy-two They boasted in their ability to cast out demons. While we serve the Lord