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Mark 6:7-12 tells us that Jesus sent his 12 apostles and later 70 disciples (Luke 10:1+2)out preaching from town to town by twos. Preaching of this nature was not easy and two together could encourage and assist one another under dificult circumstances(Luke 10:3 / Matthew 10:16-22) as is stated in principle at Ecclesiastes 4:9+10. As questions were raised among those who were being taught, two disciples together could reach more people, better overcome their objections and find scriptural answers. They were to 'preach and teach' anyone who would listen(Matthew 28:19+20), and having two people with two types of personalities, two minds and two backgrounds, would appeal to different kinds of people they would meet, and reach more hearts. Barnabas, for instance, was at first sent out alone to Antioch, but soon felt the need to have help, and went to find Paul(Acts 11:22-26). Until 'the end', preaching in twos will continue to be a valuable resource (Matthew 24:14) .

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Added: Because Jesus said "wherever there are 2 or more of you gathered in my name, there I am also."

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What does the term apostle mean?

The term apostle refers to the apostles that according to the Bible were the chief disciples of Christ. There were twelve apostles in total that were chosen by Jesus.


Why is the book of Acts called The Acts of the Apostles?

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Who will Jesus send to be everpresent?

Jesus told the apostles that once he was risen he would sent someone to be ever present and as a comforter. This refers to the Holy Spirit.


Who are the successors of the apostles?

The Bishops are the Successors of the Apostles.


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The most common occupation of the apostles were that they were fishermen.

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Why are the twelve apostles called the twelve apostles?

Apostle literally means, one sent forth with a message. Jesus' 12 disciples, in Matthew 10 were sent forth by Jesus as apostles carrying the message of Jesus. For quite awhile they were the only apostles carrying this message, as the church was just beginning. Note that Jesus himself was also called an apostle, in Hebrews 3. He was "sent forth" by God, with a message and purpose.


Does the Church of God In Christ believe that there are Apostles today?

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Which two apostles were sent to take money to believers in Judea?

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What were the names of the messengers that God sent to spread His word?

Initially the twelve apostles were sent out to spread the Gospel, but the Great Commission is for all Christians.


Why is the apostles a good name for the 12 disciples of Jesus?

They are important as they went all over the world and spread christianity.


Did the seventy that Jesus sent out have the same power as the apostles?

They should hyave the same power , or Jesus would not send them out.


Who began confirmation?

Christ initiated what is now known as "confirmation". Confirmation began the day of Pentecost when Christ sent the Holy Spirit to be with the Apostles. Christ had already ascended into heaven. He sent the Holy Spirit to give the Apostles courage to spread the Word of God. It is through the indwelling of Spirit that we mature in our spiritual relationship with God.


Who are the significant people of Christians?

Of course, Jesus the true human and divine, the apostles the one who sent, the disciples including the gentile Christians.


Why is pentecost cosidered to be the birthday of the christian church?

they believe that it is the day god sent the holy spirit down to the apostles to give them courage


Why is the book of Acts called The Acts of the Apostles?

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Who will Jesus send to be everpresent?

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