Matthew 10:1, 7-8, 20, 28, 39 Jesus called his twelve disciples together and gave them authority to cast out evil spirits and to heal every kind of disease and illness. Go and announce to them that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and cast out demons. Give as freely as you have received! For it is not you who will be speaking—it will be the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. “Don’t be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell. If you cling to your life, you will lose it; but if you give up your life for me, you will find it. | New Living Translation (NLT)