Jesus’ disciples, their formation, leadership, mission, and the Great Commission.
Biblical Background The Twelve disciples were chosen by Jesus to be His closest followers and foundational witnesses of His ministry (Matthew…
Question 32What was the purpose of Jesus calling disciples to follow Him?Biblical Background Jesus calls His disciples with the words, “Follow me,” inviting them into apprenticeship, transformation, and mission (Mark…
Question 33Why did Jesus have an inner circle of Peter, James, and John?Biblical Background Jesus invited Peter, James, and John into especially significant moments, such as the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1–9), the…
Question 34What does Jesus’ relationship with Peter reveal about discipleship?Biblical Background Jesus renames Simon as Peter (“rock”), calling him to leadership while also confronting his failures—including Peter’s denial…
Question 35Why did Jesus include both a tax collector and a zealot among His disciples?Biblical Background Matthew the tax collector (a collaborator with Rome) and Simon the Zealot (a revolutionary opposed to Rome) represent two…
Question 36What does Jesus’ training of the disciples teach about leadership?Biblical Background Jesus trains His disciples through teaching, modeling, sending, correcting, and empowering. He washes their feet (John 13),…
Question 37Why did the disciples often misunderstand Jesus?Biblical Background The Gospels frequently show the disciples confused or slow to understand Jesus’ teachings (Mark 8:14–21). Their expectations of a…
Question 38What role did women play among Jesus’ disciples?Biblical Background Women played vital roles in Jesus’ ministry. Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna, and others supported Him financially (Luke 8:1–3).…
Question 39How did Jesus prepare the disciples for His departure?Biblical Background Jesus prepares His disciples through extended teaching (John 13–17), promising the Holy Spirit as Helper, Teacher, and Advocate.…
Question 40What does the Great Commission reveal about the disciples’ mission?Biblical Background The Great Commission (Matthew 28:18–20) charges the disciples to make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching them in…