Matthew 10:6

but make your way rather to the lost sheep of Israel.

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In The King James Version

But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

In Context

5These twelve Jesus sent out as his messengers, after giving them these instructions – “Do not go to the Gentiles, nor enter any Samaritan town,

7On your way proclaim that the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

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Cross References

Psalms 119:176I have strayed like a wandering sheep seek your servant, because I do not forget your commandments.

Matthew 18:10Beware of despising one of these little ones, for in heaven, I tell you, their angels always see the face of my Father who is in heaven.

Luke 15:3So Jesus told them this parable –

Matthew Henry on Matthew 10:6-16

Instructions to the Apostles. 5 These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter ye not: 6 But go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand. 8 Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. 9 Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, 10 Nor scrip for your journey, neither two… Read the whole commentary →

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