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The mother of James and John tried to persuade Jesus to grant her two sons "top authority" among the disciples whenever it came time for Him to set up His Kingdom by allowing them to sit to the immediate right and left of His throne.
His surprising answer was that it "wasn't His call"... but was in the hands of His Father in heaven.
"...to sit at My right or left is NOT FOR ME TO GRANT. These places belong TO THOSE FOR WHOM THEY HAVE BEEN PREPARED BY MY FATHER." (Matt.20:23 NIV)
Just as no one knows when Jesus is coming back but the Father -- not even Jesus [Matt.24:36]... so it is that only the Father knows the "chain-of-command" that He has determined for those whom He is calling and preparing to fill the "mansions" [offices, jobs and positions] in His House, the coming Kingdom of God.
According to the biblical evidence... Jesus doesn't know HOW MANY sons the Father needs to fully staff the coming Kingdom. His Father "gives those whom He is calling to Jesus" to teach and train as each generation produces them.
"...They were Yours; You gave them to Me and they have obeyed your Word." (John 17:6 NIV)
All Jesus knew... and all He told His disciples was that they would each sit on a throne [BE KINGS]... each one having a "regal position" over one of the tribes of Israel [Matt.19:28].
There is no "succession of authority" allotted to the disciples in The Bible. Jesus left that matter to be determined by His Father... and how "least" each of them became.
"...I tell you the Truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven." (Matt.18:3 NIV)
"...whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave..." (Matt.20:26-27 NIV).
"...For he who is least among you all -- he is the greatest." (Luke 9:48 NIV)
What else can I help you with?
Are deciples and appostle the same?
No, disciples and apostles are not the same. Disciples are generally followers or students of a teacher or a philosophy, while apostles are specifically chosen messengers or representatives, often with a specific mission or authority. In the context of Christianity, the apostles were a smaller group within the larger group of disciples.
How were roman kings chosen?
The kings were not chosen. The succession was generally hereditary with the occasional usurper.
Why were the followers of Jesus chosen?
Jesus had chosen his disciples, to work and spread the word after he died.
How were the disciples chosen to follow Jesus?
The disciples were chosen by Jesus through personal invitation. He called them to follow him, and they responded by leaving their previous lives to become his followers and learn from him.
Who were followers chosen by Jesus to help him in his ministry?
The twelve disciples.
Who are Jesus's followers and why were they chosen?
Jesus chose 12 disciples as his followers.
Is it true or false that the disciples were chosen to be the aposles?
The word "apostle" comes from a Greek term meaning "sent forth" or "messenger" (the word "angel" comes from a different Greek word meaning "messenger").So, it's kind of false. The disciples were chosen to be disciples. It may be presumed that the ultimate plan was to make them all "messengers" ... bearers of the euangelion (in English, "good news") ... but they weren't chosen first to be disciples and then later chosen separately to be messengers, and by some amazing coincidence it just happened to be a bunch of the same guys. The word "apostle" is used for many early Christian teachers, not just the disciples.
What did the disciples do to be chosen to follow Jesus?
The disciples didn't have to do anything. Jesus chose regular men and transformed them into preachers, teachers and healers. And that is what God can do for you if you let him :)
What role did the 12 disciples of Jesus play in the chosen narrative?
The 12 disciples of Jesus played a significant role in spreading his teachings and establishing the early Christian church. They were chosen by Jesus to be his closest followers and were instrumental in carrying on his message after his death.
How did the disciples see the omniscience of Christ?
They didn't. The disciples saw Jesus as a man, and God's chosen Messiah. It was the false prophet Paul who perverted the message of Jesus.
Who were Jesus' disciples in order of their significance in his ministry"?
The disciples of Jesus in order of their significance in his ministry were Peter, James, and John. These three disciples were often chosen by Jesus to witness important events such as the Transfiguration and the raising of Jairus' daughter.
Were the 12 disciples from the 12 tribes of Israel?
No, the 12 disciples were not specifically chosen from the 12 tribes of Israel. They were selected by Jesus from various backgrounds to follow him and spread his teachings.
