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Why Did Jesus Use Animal Metaphors to Prepare His Disciples for the Mission of God?

By Nick Batzig / June 12, 2024

In these tumultuous times, Christians need to listen carefully to what the Savior told his disciples upon their first missionary journey (Matt. 10:16-20). Why did Jesus use the four animal metaphors of sheep, wolves, serpents, and doves to instruct his disciples?