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"Then Jesus went out from village to village, teaching. And He called His twelve disciples together and sent them out two by two, with authority to cast out evil spirits." (Mark 6:6-7 NLT New Living Translation)
These may be regarded as "training sessions" for the commission that they would be commanded to do after Jesus ascended into heaven. These were the beginning "baby steps" Jesus' disciples took in learning to Trust Him.
Matthew Henry says:
"Though the apostles were conscious to themselves of great weakness. and expected no worldly advantage, yet, in obedience to their Master, and in dependence upon His Strength, they went out. They did not amuse people with curious matters, but told them they must repent of their sins, and turn to God..." (Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary: Mark 6:7-13; The apostles sent forth).
Plus, there is the matter of "witnessing" to the Truth of God.
"I also tell you this: 'If two of you agree down here on earth concerning anything you ask, My Father in heaven will do it for you. For where two or three gather together because they are Mine, I AM there among them." (Matt.18:19-20 NLT)
There is comfort in the companionship of others... especially through the unifying Spirit of Christ. The disciples were sent out among potential "unbelievers"... but regardless of this, even among "believers":
"...everything you say may be confirmed by two or three witnesses." (verse 16).
These were "shared experiences" WITNESSED by Christ's disciples... who were learning to Trust and Obey their Master. And they were also "growing together" in character, learning to trust each other as brothers in Christ.
Jesus also sent out SEVENTY-two disciples at another time to train. The twelve He sent out two by two on other occasions must have returned in the same manner as the seventy-two... with similar impressions of what they experienced which were subsequently assessed by Christ:
"When the seventy-two disciples returned, they JOYFULLY REPORTED TO HIM, 'LORD, even the demons obey us when we use your name!' 'Yes,' He told them, 'I saw Satan falling from heaven as a flash of lightning! And I have even given you authority over all the power of the enemy... But don't rejoice just because evil spirits obey you, rejoice because YOUR NAMES ARE REGISTERED AS CITIZENS OF HEAVEN.'" (Luke 10:17-20 NLT)
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What were the jobs of the 12 apostles after Jesus died?
They were responsible for spreading the word he gave them. While here on Earth Jesus told the apostles "What I tell you in secret shout from the rooftops." After Jesus left he sent the Holy Spirit who gave the apostles the gift of tongues so that when they relayed God's word to people the people would understand no matter what language they spoke.
Which apostles wrote The Bible?
The bible is written by prophets , apostles .
When did the Apostles receive the gift of the Holy Spirit?
AnswerThe apostles received the gift of the Holy Spirit on either of two occasions, depending on which source is used: In John's Gospel at 20:22, Jesus breathed on the ten apostles (with Thomas absent) and gave them the Holy Spirit in the upper room on the evening of his resurrection. Elaine Pagels says there is a thread of anti-Thomas sentiment in this Gospel, and this is demonstrated by the omission of Thomas.In Acts of the Apostles, the Holy Spirit descended on the apostles on the day of the Pentecost, more than forty days after the resurrection of Jesus.
How many and what book of the Bible are women apostles in the Bible?
There were no women Apostles.
Who introduced Paul to the apostles?
Barnabas took Paul and brought him to the apostles
Which two apostles were sent to take money to believers in Judea?
Barnabbas and Saul
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?
Apostle means "One who is sent". So that would make all christians apostles.
Why is the book of Acts called The Acts of the Apostles?
The book of Acts is called The Acts of the Apostles because it primarily records the actions and teachings of the early apostles of Jesus Christ, particularly Peter and Paul, as they spread the message of Christianity after Jesus' ascension. It details their missionary journeys, preaching experiences, and interactions with early Christian communities.
What does the term apostle mean?
An apostle is a person who is sent out to spread a religious message or carry out a mission, often used in reference to the twelve disciples of Jesus in the Bible who were tasked with spreading the teachings of Christianity.
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
Is the usage two of them have sent correct?
"Two of them have sent" is correct usage.
