6:7 {2} And he called [unto him] the twelve, and began to send them forth by two and two; and gave them power over unclean spirits;
(2) The disciples are prepared for that general apostleship by a special sending forth.
6:7 He called [unto him] the twelve. For the commission of the twelve see notes on Mt 10:1-42, and compare Lu 9:1-6. Matthew's account is much the fullest.
6:7 Mt 10:1; Lu 9:1.
6:7-13 Though the apostles were conscious to themselves of great weakness, and expected no wordly advantage, yet, in obedience to their Master, and in dependence upon his strength, they went out. They did not amuse people with curious matters, but told them they must repent of their sins, and turn to God. The servants of Christ may hope to turn many from darkness unto God, and to heal souls by the power of the Holy Ghost.
