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They cast out many demons, and anointed many with oil who were sick, and healed them.
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An Extension of Jesus's Work
Commentators observe that the disciples' mission was a direct reflection of Jesus's own ministry. By preaching repentance, casting out demons, and healing the sick, they were demonstrating that the Kingdom of God had arrived with power, acting as an extension of Christ's authority and work.
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18th Century
Theologian
Cast out many devils. See Barnes on Matthew 4:24.
And anointed with oil, etc. Anointing with oil was in common use among th…
They cast out many demons and they anointed with oil (εξεβαλλον κα ηλειφον ελαιω). Imperfect tenses, continued repetition. Alone i…
19th Century
Bishop
Anointed with oil. St. Mark is the only Evangelist who mentions this as the common practice of the disciples, but we learn from Ja…
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Mark now describes the actual mission of the Twelve. It was clearly patterned after Jesus’ own ministry: (1) preaching repentance, (2) driving out …
17th Century
Pastor
And they cast out many devils Which they had power given them to do; and this they did, in confirmation of their mis…
Minister
Though the apostles were conscious of their own great weakness, and expected no worldly advantage, yet, in obedience to their Master, and in depend…
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