Matthew 10:2-14

2Here are the names of the twelve apostles: first, Simon (also called Peter), then Andrew (Peter’s brother), James (son of Zebedee), John (James’s brother),

3Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew (the tax collector), James (son of Alphaeus), Thaddaeus,

4Simon (the zealot), Judas Iscariot (who later betrayed him).

5Jesus sent out the twelve apostles with these instructions: “Don’t go to the Gentiles or the Samaritans,

6but only to the people of Israel—God’s lost sheep.

7Go and announce to them that the Kingdom of Heaven is near.

8Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and cast out demons. Give as freely as you have received!

9“Don’t take any money in your money belts—no gold, silver, or even copper coins.

10Don’t carry a traveler’s bag with a change of clothes and sandals or even a walking stick. Don’t hesitate to accept hospitality, because those who work deserve to be fed.

11“Whenever you enter a city or village, search for a worthy person and stay in his home until you leave town.

12When you enter the home, give it your blessing.

13If it turns out to be a worthy home, let your blessing stand; if it is not, take back the blessing.

14If any household or town refuses to welcome you or listen to your message, shake its dust from your feet as you leave.