Ammon notes that they were “relying upon the mercies of the world.” This indicates that they were, as the apostles of old, without “purse or scrip.” They depended upon those households to provide food and shelter. While the ultimate food and shelter did come from the people they visited, Ammon recognizes that even in this mundane blessing they may see the hand of the Lord extended to them by softening the hearts of those households that provided the food and shelter.