In verse 1, the Savior calls the Twelve together. That would have been a wonderful meeting to observe. He probably taught them first about the Aaronic and Melchizedek Priesthoods and the various offices in the Priesthood. He would have then instructed them in the calling, duty, and authorities of the Holy Apostleship. He then would have ordained them to the office of apostle. What a powerful experience to be in the presence of the Son of God and have this sacred office be conferred upon you by Him personally.
In verses 2-6, He gives similar advice as we did in Mark 6. He sent them on missions to build the kingdom, to gain experience on how to preach and convert people, and to learn how to use the Priesthood to bless others. That is the same reason that He sends young men (and young women) on missions today. By traveling without purse or script, they learned to trust more on the Lord and allow Him to provide for them. From verse 6, it is clear that they were very successful, because they healed every where, meaning that many people had faith to be healed.
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