Luke 10:3 “Go your way; behold, I send you out as lambs among wolves.”
Wolves run in packs, working together for their common benefit with little care for anyone or anything else. Sheep follow their master. Wolves are the natural enemy of the sheep. But sheep cannot defend themselves from them. They must rely upon the master for this protection.
Jesus was giving these that He sent out a picture of the relationship between gospel ministers and this world. As He says in another place, if people were against Him, they would also be against His followers. But He will lead and preserve His disciples through times of persecution.
Heavenly Father, thank You for this day, and this opportunity to bring praise to You. You are amazing, and You have done so much in Your wonderful creation. As we look around and see the ravages of sin, we are amazed at the wonder of Your world nonetheless. Thank You for showing us Your truth, otherwise we would assume this is as good as it gets. I love You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.