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How long did Jesus' ministry last?
How long did Jesus' ministry last?
- 1 year
- 10 years
- 3 years (correct)
- 5 years
What was the primary message of Jesus' preaching?
What was the primary message of Jesus' preaching?
- The power of prayer
- The importance of following the law
- The Kingdom of God (correct)
- The significance of baptism
What authority were the apostles given?
What authority were the apostles given?
- To heal and cast out demons (correct)
- To forgive sins
- To raise people from the dead
- To perform miracles on their own
What happened to the apostles during Jesus' crucifixion?
What happened to the apostles during Jesus' crucifixion?
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What was Judas' fate after betraying Jesus?
What was Judas' fate after betraying Jesus?
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What role did the apostles play in the early Christian church?
What role did the apostles play in the early Christian church?
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Study Notes
Jesus and the Apostles
Jesus' Ministry
- Jesus' ministry lasted approximately 3 years
- He preached about the Kingdom of God and performed miracles
- Jesus chose 12 apostles to be his closest followers and helpers
The 12 Apostles
- The Original 12:
- Simon Peter (also known as Peter)
- Andrew
- James (son of Zebedee)
- John (son of Zebedee, also known as the Apostle John)
- Philip
- Bartholomew (also known as Nathaniel)
- Thomas
- Matthew
- James (son of Alphaeus)
- Simon the Zealot
- Judas Iscariot
- Matthias (replaced Judas after his betrayal)
Apostles' Roles
- They were sent out in pairs to spread Jesus' teachings
- They were given authority to heal and cast out demons
- They were instructed to take no money or extra clothing, relying on God's provision
Notable Apostles
- Peter: considered one of Jesus' closest confidants, denied Jesus three times, and was restored by Jesus after the resurrection
- John: referred to as the "beloved disciple," often depicted as the apostle who stood closest to Jesus during the Last Supper
- Judas: betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver, leading to Jesus' arrest
After Jesus' Death and Resurrection
- The apostles scattered during Jesus' crucifixion, but regrouped after his resurrection
- Jesus commissioned them to spread his teachings to all nations
- The apostles became leaders of the early Christian church, playing key roles in its development and growth
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Learn about Jesus' ministry, the 12 apostles, their roles, and what happened after Jesus' death and resurrection. Understand the importance of Peter, John, and Judas in the early Christian church.
