22: The Lord of Harvest sent 72 workers (Luke 10:1 – 24)

Chapters 9 and 10 in the Gospel of Luke present two complementary aspects of ministry: following Jesus and harvesting for the Kingdom of God. Chapter 9 emphasizes discipleship—the attitude of truly following Jesus, highlighted in v.23 with the call to deny oneself and take up the cross—while chapter 10 focuses on the authority of the King, seen in themes such as the Lord of the harvest, the coming judgment, Satan’s fall, and the greater joy that one’s name is written in heaven.

👉 Read Luke 10:1 - 24

Q1. Though there seem to be many churches and workers, there is still a shortage of true laborers. Therefore, we must pray to the (        ) to send out workers. As we go into a world often hostile to Jesus, we must follow His instructions carefully. Excessive resources or dependence on human fellowship can hinder the ministry (v. ___). We are not to judge, but to seek God’s blessing (v. ___), admitting Him as the Lord of the harvest. Rather than looking for better conditions, we should focus on the work given to us today (v. ___). In each place (in that town), we are to heal, serve, and proclaim that the Kingdom of God has come near to them. When faced with rejection, we should not be discouraged, but warn them of their responsibility and move on (v. ___). In the end, God Himself will judge (v. ___).

Though there seem to be many churches and workers, there is still a shortage of true laborers. Therefore, we must pray to the ( Lord of the harvest ) to send out workers. As we go into a world often hostile to Jesus, we must follow His instructions carefully. Excessive resources or dependence on human fellowship can hinder the ministry (v. 4). We are not to judge, but to seek God’s blessing (v. 5-6), admitting Him as the Lord of the harvest. Rather than looking for better conditions, we should focus on the work given to us today (v. 7-8). In each place (in that town), we are to heal, serve, and proclaim that the Kingdom of God has come near to them. When faced with rejection, we should not be discouraged, but warn them of their responsibility and move on (v. 10-11). In the end, God Himself will judge (v. 12).

Q2. Which city experienced the miracle of Jesus but did not repent?

ANS: Chorazhin, Bethsaida, Capernaum.

The reason for not repenting is arrogance.

Faith is not experiencing many miracles but moving toward a life of trust and obedience.

Q3. Why are those who do not believe Jesus' words judged? (v16)

ANS: Because they don't believe in God who sent Jesus.

Q4. What is the reason for the greater joy than doing miracles? (v20) 

ANS: Their names were written in the Book of Life. Because God chose you. 

Note that the owner of the harvest is not you, but the Lord.

Salvation is the grace of the Father. We are likely to be distracted by the appearance of God's miracles, but the grace and love of salvation must be the reason for joy that cannot be exchanged for anything in the world. Vv. 21-24 explain how amazing God's chosen grace is.

Is your joy of salvation greater than the joy from ministry achievement?

Confidence in the mission: “Satan has fallen.” The Kingdom of God has come. (Failure in ministry often reflects a lack of faith in this reality.) 

Greater joy: the true joy is salvation. Without this, focus shifts to results, leading to personal glory rather than God’s Kingdom. 

Chapter 9: Nature of ministry = Following Jesus—self-denial.

Chapter 10: Vision of ministry = Kingdom of God-admitting God’s ownership of the ministry.