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4 days ago · In Christianity, the term often refers to the twelve closest followers of Jesus Christ, who are commonly known as the disciples or apostles. Disciples are characterized by their commitment to learning from and following the teachings and example of their leader.
2 days ago · According to the Bible, a true follower of Jesus Christ is someone who: 1. Believes in Jesus as the Son of God and Savior (John 3:16, Acts 4:12). 2. Repents of their sins and turns away from darkness (Acts 2:38, 1 Thessalonians 1:9). 3. Lives according to God's Word and obeys His commands (John 14:15, 1 John 2:3-6). 4.
3 days ago · The 12 apostles are Jesus’ friends, followers, and preachers. They are the brothers Peter and Andrew, the sons of Zebedee James and John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew (the reformed tax collector), James the son of Alphaeus, Jude, Simon, and Judas Iscariot.
4 days ago · The women who followed Jesus, and supported His ministry in the gospels, were a diverse group. They included single women, widows, mothers, wealthy women, the rural poor, and even different nationalities. All of society was represented amongst Jesus’ female followers. Some Bible scholars believe that Mary the mother of James, was the wife of ...
4 days ago · 1) How was John the Baptist related to Jesus? John was related to Jesus through their mothers. In Luke 1:36, Elizabeth is described as Mary’s “kinswoman,” meaning that they were related in some way through marriage or blood.
4 days ago · Christianity started with Jewish eschatological expectations, and it developed into the worship of Jesus as the result of his earthly ministry, his crucifixion, and the post-crucifixion experiences of his followers. Modern scholars are engaged in an ongoing debate about the proper designation of Jesus' first followers.
4 days ago · Pentecost, festival in the Christian church marking the descent of the Holy Spirit on the disciples and the beginning of the church’s global mission. It is celebrated on the Sunday that falls on the 50th day of Easter. Learn more about the significance and history of Pentecost.
