Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field (Matthew 13:24).

Designated Individuals (Mark 3:13-19)

• He chose them

• He made friends with them
• He taught them
• He worked in homes as His basis for training
• he empowered them

Dispatched (Mark 6:7-13)

• He sent them out in pairs
• He empowered them for ministry
• he instructed them
• He increased their faith
• He gave them ministry experience

Debriefed (Mark 6:30,31)

• He coached them
• He gave them rest and rejuvenation
• He asked them to report on their ministry

Delegated Responsibility (Mark 6:32-44)

• He had them identify the problem
• He gave them responsibility
• He let them try
• He taught them how to let God intervene