The reaping of the Kingdom harvest will not be achieved without pushback from the kingdom of darkness. It will be completed but will rile up opposing forces willing to fight to the death to prevent light from becoming the ruling force. Darkness has had the upper hand for centuries through lies and through seductive appeal to the fallen nature of mankind. It will not grant freedom easily to those under its control. Knowing this, Jesus is determined to be completely up front with his disciples as he prepares them for the arduous mission ahead.

Matthew 10:17-34

• Mt. 10:17-20 – Getting arrested –_______________________________________
• Mt. 10:21-23 – Meeting with hatred – __________________________________
• Mt. 10:24-34 – Defining a new reality – _________________________________