Twelve Disciples

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The Twelve Disciples, also known as the Twelve Apostles, were chosen by Jesus Christ to be His closest followers and to assist Him in His ministry. Their primary role was to learn from Jesus, witness His teachings and miracles, and eventually spread His message after His resurrection. The names of the Twelve Disciples are Peter, James (the son of Zebedee), John, Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew (Nathanael), Matthew, Thomas, James (the son of Alphaeus), Thaddeus (Judas, son of James), Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who later betrayed Jesus (Matthew 10:2-4; Mark 3:14-19).The significance of the Twelve Disciples extends beyond their historical role; they symbolize the foundation of the early Christian Church. In Matthew 28:19-20, known as the Great Commission, Jesus commands them to "go therefore and make disciples of all nations," emphasizing their mission to evangelize and baptize in His name. The number twelve also carries symbolic meaning as it corresponds to the twelve tribes of Israel, suggesting that the disciples were to be instruments of God's covenantal plan for both Israel and the wider world, thus establishing a new spiritual community. Their varied backgrounds and experiences highlight the inclusive nature of Jesus' message, which transcends cultural and social boundaries.

The Training of the Twelve 29:51

William MacDonald

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the four woes pronounced by Jesus in Luke 6:24-26. He emphasizes that these woes were not only directed towards unbelievers, but also towards Jesus' own disciples. The first woe is directed towards the rich, warning them that they have already received their con

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Hebrews 5:7

“During the days of Jesus' earthly life, He offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the One who could save Him from death, and He was heard because of His reverence.”

Mark 6:46

“After bidding them farewell, He went up on the mountain to pray.”

Mark 1:35

“Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and slipped out to a solitary place to pray.”

Matthew 6:6

“But when you pray, go into your inner room, shut your door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”

Matthew 14:23

“After He had sent them away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. During the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea.”