Luke 9:5

"Into whatever house you enter, stay there, and depart from there."

Key Reflection

This instruction symbolizes the importance of fully embracing a community or mission field—remaining committed until the work is complete—before moving on to another, reflecting both loyalty and thoroughness in one's spiritual endeavors. It underscores the value of staying rooted in a place long enough for significant impact before withdrawing to avoid superficial engagements.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 5. No Barnes text on this verse. {c} "shake off" Ne 5:13; Ac 13:51; 18:6 __________________________________________________________________

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