10 Tips on Mission from Matthew 10

1. Mission is Motivated by the Compassion of Jesus. (Actually from Matt 9:36 - but is basis for Matt 10)
   
2. It requires us to learn from Jesus how to do it and to do it under His authorization. (10:1)
   
3. Start with the people you are most familiar with. (10:5-6)
   
4. Proclaim and demonstrate that life under the good rule of God is now available. (10:7-8)
   
5. You don’t need a budget or resources to get started. (10:9-10)
   
6. Keep looking until you find people of peace who welcome you and are open to your message (don’t get hung up with knock-backs). (Matt 10:11-14)
   
7. Wisely choose your moments and don’t be tricky. (10:16-20)
   
8. Division and rejection will happen because not all will agree to Jesus’ regime change (even though it is by the cross and not the sword). (10:21-23,34-39)
   
9. Deal with your fears by changing your perspective and totally committing to Jesus.(10:24-33)
10. When people respond to you they are responding to Jesus in you and they will be rewarded for the smallest welcome. (10:40-42)