New Testament Class, Week 2, Student Choice Assignment

Choice 3: The Calling of the Twelve Apostles Matthew 10; Mark 3:13-35; Luke 5:1-11

*All scripture references are linked for your convenience. 

            
    1. Review Matthew 10:1-4 and Mark3:13-19 and highlight the names of the original Twelve Apostles. Look up the names of three Apostles in the Bible Dictionary and write one sentence describing something you learned about each one you selected.

Twelve Apostles were: Simon (surname Peter), James, John, Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James, Thaddaeus, Simon, and Judas.

1.      Andrew- As a disciple of John the Baptist he met Jesus and he was one of the earliest to be called to be a disciple of Jesus Christ.

2.      Philip- The son of Harod the Great and Mariamne.

3.      Matthew- He had a thorough knowledge of the Old Testament scriptures and was able to see every detail of the Lord’s life in fulfillment of prophecy.

      2. Read Acts 4:33, Doctrine andCovenants 107:23, and the entry for “Apostle” in the Bible Dictionary. Then write a definition for what an apostle is.

An Apostle is someone who is sent forth to be a special witnesses of Christ. They bear witness of the resurrection of Jesus. They are ordained to be a disciple of Christ during His ministry on earth as well as after his ascension into heaven.

      3.      Describe in writing how the Savior’s teachings to His Apostles in Matthew 10:5-42 prepared them to be sent out to proclaim the gospel.

      The Savior taught them to have faith and to not fear, though they would have many enemies. He taught them that their Father in Heaven knows of their needs and would provide for them whatever they needed. He taught them to endure and to continue on from one city to the next.

      4.      Read Luke 5:1-11. Explain in writing what you learn from the responses made by Peter, James, and John to the Savior’s call. How could you apply their actions and examples in your own life?

After spending the night fishing and catching nothing, Jesus told Simon to let down his net. Simon immediately did what Jesus asked him to do without questioning him. Their nets were filled to capacity and broke. Then when they brought their ships in, the forsook all and followed Jesus. I can apply Peter, James, and John's actions and examples in my life by not questioning the things I am prompted by the spirit to do. I can also make a more conscience effort to follow Jesus' example with my thoughts and actions.