Jesus called the twelve apostles together and gave them power over demons and to heal diseases. He sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and heal the sick. He instructed them to take nothing on their journey except the clothes they were wearing. They were to stay in whatever house welcomed them until leaving the area. Wherever they were not received, they were to shake the dust off their feet as a testimony against that place. The apostles then departed and went throughout the villages preaching and healing.