After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent…
““After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them on ahead of him, two by two, into every town and place where he himself was about to go. And he said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest. Go your way; behold, I am sending you out as lambs in the midst of wolves.” (Luke 10:1–3)””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Jesus sends disciples in pairs to spread his message, highlighting the abundance of need versus the scarcity of willing workers.
In simple terms: Many need help, few are willing.
Key Takeaway
Pray for more workers and be willing to serve.
Themes
mission
urgency
community service
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- church planting
- volunteer outreach
- personal evangelism
- community aid
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
evangelism
labor shortage
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you prepared to be a 'lamb among wolves'?
- How can you support the harvest beyond preaching?
A Different Perspective
The call may overlook personal readiness and safety.