The Chosen Twelve Disciples of Jesus
Jesus Christ of Nazareth is the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity. According to the Bible, Jesus was born in Bethlehem to the Virgin Mary and raised in Nazareth. He embarked on His public ministry around the age of 30, teaching about the Kingdom of God, performing miracles, and calling people to repentance and faith. Jesus’ teachings emphasized love, forgiveness, and salvation through Him.
The Bible presents Jesus as the fulfillment of prophecies concerning the Messiah, the one who would bring redemption and reconcile humanity with God. In the New Testament, Jesus is described as the Word made flesh (John 1:14), the image of the invisible God (Colossians 1:15), and the manifestation of God’s love for the world (John 3:16).
The Chosen Twelve: Journey with Jesus as His Disciples
Matthew 10:1-4, Mark 3:13-19, Luke 6:12-16
Jesus’ 12 disciples were Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot.
They became Jesus’ disciples when Jesus called them to follow Him, as described in various passages in the Gospels.
Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus, as foretold in Matthew 26:14-16 and fulfilled in Matthew 26:47-50.
Jesus Christ of Nazareth is the Son of God, as confirmed by the heavenly voice at His baptism (Matthew 3:17) and transfiguration (Matthew 17:5). The Bible tells of Jesus’ miraculous birth, teachings, miracles, death on the cross, and resurrection.
Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus and later died by hanging himself (Matthew 27:3-5).
Judas Iscariot was the disciple who betrayed Jesus, leading to His crucifixion (Matthew 26:47-50).
Jesus has always been the Son of God, as stated in passages like John 1:1-3 and Colossians 1:15-20.
Jesus chose twelve disciples to be His closest followers and to spread His message after His departure. The names of Jesus’ twelve disciples are Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot. They became disciples by responding to Jesus’ call to follow Him and learn from His teachings during His earthly ministry.
One of Jesus’ disciples, Judas Iscariot, infamously betrayed Him by identifying Him to the authorities for thirty pieces of silver (Matthew 26:14-16). This act led to Jesus’ arrest, trial, and crucifixion, fulfilling prophecies and serving as the culmination of God’s plan for salvation.
The Bible recounts that one of Jesus’ disciples, James, the son of Zebedee, was killed by Herod Agrippa I, who had him beheaded (Acts 12:1-2). This martyrdom occurred as part of the persecution of early Christians, highlighting the cost of discipleship and the commitment of believers to their faith.
