4 The others were Simon, known as the Eager One, and Judas Iscariot, who later betrayed Jesus.
5 Jesus sent out the twelve apostles with these instructions:Stay away from the Gentiles and don't go to any Samaritan town.
6 Go only to the people of Israel, because they are like a flock of lost sheep.
7 As you go, announce that the kingdom of heaven will soon be here.
8 Heal the sick, raise the dead to life, heal people who have leprosy, and force out demons. You received without paying, now give without being paid.
9 Don't take along any gold, silver, or copper coins.
10 And don't carry a traveling bag or an extra shirt or sandals or a walking stick.Workers deserve their food.