Matthew 10:23 — 'Son of Man comes' refers to Jesus's first coming during the disciples' mission trip, not the Second Coming

Mike argues Matthew 10:23 is not a prediction about the Second Coming. Context: Jesus is sending the twelve disciples out on a limited mission to Jewish towns during his earthly ministry (before the cross). He tells them he will 'come' — arrive — in those same towns before they finish traveling through Israel. This is about the first coming, not the second. Mike contrasts this with Acts 1:8 where Jesus commands going to the ends of the earth. He also notes that during this mission, the disciples had to learn, memorize, and repeat Jesus's teachings — important evidence that traditions were preserved carefully within Jesus's own ministry.