Before the visit of any...
Before the visit of any major public figure, extensive pre-event security is conducted. For
example, it is not uncommon in the post-9/11 world that the facility being used to house
the event be screened for explosives and possible unsecured entry points, exit routes be
carefully drawn up, and staff be given background checks. Much of this work is carried
out under the auspices of the visiting dignitary's staff who are sent ahead to ensure the
safe and successful visit of their employer.
Jesus sent seventy people ahead of him, not with the purpose of organizing pre-event