as we go...

Don't even take along a walking stick,
 nor a traveler's bag, nor food, nor money.
 Not even an extra coat. Luke 9:3

Jesus' instruction is revolutionary.

Jesus calls for faith- no stick for the wild dogs we encounter.
Jesus calls for openhandedness- no bag of self-sufficient solutions
Jesus calls for dependance- relying solely on provision and the humility to receive
Jesus calls for simplicity- the less you buy the greater your focus
Jesus calls for alternative- we empty ourselves into the dangerous adventure and trust the warmth of rebirth
amen.