THE TWELVE DISCIPLES
Who are the Twelve Disciples?
Their Backgrounds
* The twelve disciples were from the Galilee region except for
Judas Iscariot, who was from Judea.
* Their occupations ranged from fisherman to tax collectors and
revolutionaries.
* Some were married. (see Mark 1:29-31; 1 Corinthians 9:3-6)
* Some were well-versed in Scripture. (see John 1:46)
Their Purpose
* After being baptized by John the Baptist and spending 40 days
in the wilderness, Jesus started teaching and many people started
following him.
* After a night of prayer and meditation, Jesus chose twelve men
out of all those who were following him.
* These twelve men would be Jesus' main focus of instruction.
* These disciples were selected to let the world know of God's
love, that God sent Jesus to redeem the world. (see John I%:23)
Their Mission
* These are the twelve men who, for the most part, would prove to
be valuable companions to Jesus.
* Their instruction and conversations would become the teachings,
knowledge, and instruction for the church that would later grow
and spread.
* Jesus knew their personalities, both strong and weak.
* Jesus knew that these men would disappoint him, desert him,
deny him, and betray him.
* Jesus knew that these men, once filled with the Holy Spirit,
would be the first witnesses of the Gospel, carrying God's
message of redemption to Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the
earth.
* The twelve tribes of Israel were blessed in order to be a
blessing to all nations. In a similar way, these twelve men,
along with all disciples of Jesus who follow their lead, were to
bless all nations. (see Galatians 3:8) Followers of Christ are
commanded to go out and make disciples of all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father, The Son, and the Holy Spirit.
SIMON PETER
Othere Names
* Simeon bar Jona (Simon, son of Jona) •
* Cephas ("rock" or "a stone")
* Simon Peter
* Simon
Generasl Information
* Son of Jona and born in Bethsaida. (John 1:42-44)
* Lived in Capernaum. (Matthew 8:5-14)
* Fisherman. (Matthew 4:18)
* Brother of Andrew. (Matthew 4:18)
* Partner with James and John. (Luke 5:10)
* Married. (Matthew 8:14)
* One of the pillars of the Jerusalem church. (Galatians 2:9)
* Boldly preached, healed, and ministered to Jews and Gentiles
after Pentecost. (Acts 2-12)
* Imprisoned by Herod for preaching and rescued by an angel of
the Lord. (Acts 12:3-19)
* Wrote 1 and 2 Peter.
Personality and Character
* Impulsive ('Matthew 14:28), yet cowardly (Matthew 14:30;
26:69-74)
* Hot tempered (John 18:10), yet tenderhearted. (Matthew 26:75)
* Insightful (Matthew 16:16), yet dense. (Matthew 16:21-23)
* Courageous and solid after Pentecost. (Acts 5:27-30)
Encounters with Jesus
* Was called to be a fisher of men. (Matthew 4:19)
* Left everything to follow Jesus. (Luke 5:11)
* One of the three disciples in the core group of disciples.
(Mark 5:37; 9:2; 13:3; 14:33)
* Simon said Jesus is the Christ, Son of the living God. Jesus
names him Peter (rock) and said, "Upon this rock I will build my
church, and the gates of Hell will not prevail against it."
(Matthew 16:16-19)
* Was reprimanded because he refused to accept that Jesus had to
die. (Matthew 16:23)
* Witnessed Jesus' Transfiguration (where Jesus' divinity was
revealed). (Mark 9:2-8)
* Was sent to prepare the upper room for the Last Supper. (Luke
22:8)
* Jesus predicted that Peter would deny knowing him three times.
(Luke 22:31-34)
* Was with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. (Matthew 26:36-46)
* Jesus instructed Peter after his resurrection. (John 21:15-19)
Key Lesson
God can forgive sins and strengthen the faith of those who love
him.
Stories
Papias (second-century Christian) recorded that Mark served as
Peter's scribe and wrote the Gospel of Mark based on Peter's
testimony.
According to some stories, Peter asked to be crucified upside
down. Peter may have been crucified during the reign of Nero in
Rome. Symbols for Peter are sometimes keys, representing the keys
to the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 16:19)
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JAMES, SON OF ZEBEDEE
Other Names
* Son of Zebedee
* Boanerges (Son of Thunder) "James the Elder"
* "James the Great"
General Information
* Son of Zebedee. (Matthew 4:21)
* Son of Salome. (Matthew 27:56; Mark 16:1)
* Fisherman with his father and his brother. (Matthew 4:18-22)
* Brother of John. (Matthew 4:21)
* Partner with Peter. (Luke 5:10)
* One of the pillars of the Jerusalem church. (Galatians 2:9)
* Put to death by the sword by Herod Agrippa 1. The only one of
the twelve disciples who died for his faith that was recorded in
Scripture. (Acts 12:2)
Personality and Character
* Vengeful and fiery. (Luke 9:54)
* Selfish and conceited. (Mark 10:35-37)
* Committed to Christ and courageous to the end. (Acts 12:2)
Encounters with Jesus
* Was called to be a fisher of men. (Matthew 4:19)
* Left everything to follow Jesus. (Luke 5:11)
* One of the three disciples in the core group of disciples.
(Mark 5:37; 9:2; 13:3; 14:33)
* Jesus named him and John "Sons of Thunder." (Mark 3:17)
* Was rebuked with his brother John for requesting God to rain
fire on a Samaritan village. (Luke 9:54, 55)
* Witnessed Jesus' Transfiguration (where Jesus' divinity was
revealed). (Mark 9:2-8)
* Jesus responded to James's and John's request to sit at his
right and left in the Kingdom. (Mark 10:35-43)
* Was with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. (Matthew 26:36-46)
* Witnessed the miraculous catch of fish on the Sea of Galilee
after Jesus' resurrection. (John 21:2-7)
Key Lesson
Stand firm in the face of persecution.
Stories
Some claim he was the first bishop in Spain.
Symbols of James sometimes include the bishop's hat and the
sword, which is in reference to his martyrdom.
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JOHN
Other Names
* Sun of Zebedee
* Boanerges (Son of Minder)
* "Me Beloved Disciple" (The disciple whom Jesus loved)
* "The Evangelist"
* "The Revealer"
General Information
* Son of Zebedee. (Matthew 4:21)
* Son of Salome. (Matthew 27:56; Mark 16:1)
* Fisherman with his father and his brother. (Matthew 4:18-22)
* Brother of James. (Matthew 4:21)
* Partner with Peter. (Luke 5:10)
* One of the pillars of the Jerusalem church. (Galatians 2:9)
* Healed and preached. (Acts 3-4; 8)
* Exiled to the island of Patmos. (Revelation 1:1,9)
* Wrote the Gospel of John, 1, 2, and 3 John, and Revelation.
Personality and Character
* Vengeful and fiery. (Luke 9:54)
* Judgmental. (Mark 9:38)
* Selfish. (Mark 10:35-37)
* Bold, loving and compassionate after Pentecost. (Acts 4:13;
1 John 4)
Encounters with Jesus
* One of the three disciples in the core group of disciples.
(Mark 5:37; 9:2; 13:3; 14:33)
* Suggested that driving out demons could only be performed by
those who follow Jesus and his disciples. (Mark 9:38)
* Witnessed Jesus' Transfiguration (where Jesus' divinity was
revealed). (Mark 9:2-8)
* Was sent to prepare the upper room for the Last Supper. (Luke
22:8)
* Reclined next to Jesus during the Last Supper. (John 13:23)
* Was given the responsibility at the cross to take care of Mary,
Jesus' mother. (John 19:26, 27)
* Ran ahead of Peter to see Jesus' empty tomb and expressed faith
by "seeing and believing." (John 20:2-8)
* Witnessed the miraculous catch of fish on the Sea of Galilee
after Jesus' resurrection. (John 21:2-7)
Key Lesson
God's love, evident in Jesus Christ, saves, transforms, and
unites all believers.
Stories
Some stories suggest that John was released from exile on the
island of Patmos and returned to Ephesus (Turkey today).
Stories suggest that John died in Ephesus around AD 100.
Symbols of John sometimes include the eagle (Revelation 4:7) and
a book.
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ANDREW
Other Names
* "Protokletos" (First Called)
General Information
* Son of Jona. (John 1:42)
* Born in Bethsaida (John 1:44)
* Lived in Capernaum with Peter. (Mark 1:29)
* Fisherman. (Matthew. 4:18)
* Brother of Simon Peter. (Matthew 4:18)
* Disciple of John the Baptist. (John 1:35-40)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Mark 3:16-19; Luke 6:14-16)
* The name Andrew derives from Greek, meaning "manly."
Personality and Character
* Enthusiastic about Christ. (John 1:35-42)
* Inquisitive. (John 1:35-38)
* Resourceful. (John 6:8,9)
Encounters with Jesus
* First to follow Jesus. (John 1:35-40)
* Called to he a fisher of men. (Matthew 4:19)
* Sent out on a mission to the Jews to preach "the kingdom of
heaven is at hand," heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the
dead, and cast out demons. (Matthew 10:5-8)
* Informed Jesus that several Greeks wanted to see him. (John
12:20-22)
* Told Jesus of the boy with five loaves of bread and two fish.
(John 6:8, 9)
* Was present when Jesus appeared to the disciples after the
Resurrection. (John 20:19-25)
* Was present for the Great Commission when Jesus sent his
disciples to all nations. (Matthew 28:16-20)
* Witnessed Jesus being taken up into heaven. (Acts 1:8,9)
Key Lesson
Go out and eagerly share the good news about Jesus Christ.
Stories
Some suggest that Andrew preached in Greece, Asia Minor, and
Russia
A seventh-century story suggests that Andrew was crucified on an
X-shaped cross by a Roman proconsul.
The symbol for Andrew is sometimes the X-shaped cross.
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MATTHEW
Other Names
* Levi
* Levi the son of Alphaeus
General Information
* Son of Alphaeus. (Mark 2:14)
* From Capernaum. (Mark 2:1-17)
* Tax collector in Galilee. (Matthew 9:9)
* Possible brother of James son of Alphaeus. (Mark 3:18)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Acts 1:13)
* Wrote the Gospel of Matthew
* The name Matthew derives from Hebrew, meaning "gift of God."
Personality and Character
* Penitent. (Matthew 9:9; 10:2)
* Hospitable. (Matthew 9:10)
Encounters with Jesus
* Matthew left his tax collector booth to follow Jesus. (Matthew
9:9)
* Matthew invited Jesus over to dine with him and his corrupt
friends. (Matthew 9:10)
* Sent out on a mission to the Jews to preach "the kingdom of
heaven is at hand," heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the
dead, and cast out demons. (Matthew 10:5-8)
* Was present at the Last Supper (Matthew 26:20)
Key Lesson
Jesus Christ is for everyone, even sinners and outcasts.
Stories
Some stories suggest that Matthew ministered to Persia,
Macedonia, Syria, Parthia, Media, and Ethiopia bringing the good
news to kings.
Some stories suggest that Matthew died a martyr.
The symbol for Matthew is sometimes a bag of coins in reference
to his occupation as a tax collector before he encountered Jesus.
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THOMAS
Other Names
* Didymus (Twin)
* Judas Thomas
* "Doubting Thomas"
General Information
* He was a twin. (John 20:24)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Mark 3:16-19; Luke 6:14-16)
* Inquisitive. (John 14:5)
* Doubtful. (John 20:24, 25)
* Courageous. (John 11:16)
* Faithful. (John 20:24-29)
Encounters with Jesus
* Courageously encouraged disciples to go to Bethany. (John
11:16)
* Asked Jesus how to know where Jesus was going. (John 14:5)
* Doubted Jesus' resurrection saying he would have to touch his
wounds in order to believe. (John 20:25)
* Affirmed that Jesus was Lord and God. (John 20:28)
* Witnessed the miraculous catch of fish and ate breakfast with
Jesus after his resurrection. (John 21:2-7)
Key Lessons
Jesus can overcome doubts and lead believers to faithfulness.
Stories
Stories suggest that Thomas traveled to India and founded the
Christian church there.
Some suggest Thomas was killed by a spear for his faith, and was
buried in India.
Some say Thomas was a carpenter.
Symbols for Thomas include the spearhead and the T-square.
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JAMES, son of ALPHAEUS
Other Names
* James the son of Alphaeus
* "James the Younger"
* "James the Less"
General Information
* Son of Alphaeus. (Mark 3:18)
* Possible brother of Matthew (Levi) the tax collector, also the
son of Alphaeus. (Mark 2:14)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matt. 10:3; Acts
1:13)
* James the son of Alphaeus is often confused with James the
brother of Jesus (who wrote the book of James) or James the
brother of Joseph.
Personality and Character
* Unknown.
Encounters with Jesus
* Selected as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Luke 6:14-16)
* Sent out on a mission to the Jews to preach "the kingdom of
heaven is at hand, heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the
dead, and cast out demons. (Matthew 10:5-8)
* Was present at the Last Supper. (Matthew 26:20)
* Was present when Jesus appeared to the disciples after the
Resurrection. (John 20:19-25)
Key Lesson
All followers of Jesus can still accomplish the work of God
without being in the limelight.
Stories
Some suggest that James, son of Alphaeus, belonged to the
revolutionary group known as the Zealots. Some say that James was
arrested by the Jews, thrown off the Temple, and then beaten to
death by a dub.
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THADDAEUS
Other Names
* Jude
* Juda the son of James
* Lebbaeus
General Information
* Son of James. (Luke 6:16)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Acts 1:13)
* The Aramaic meaning of both Thaddaeus and Lebbaeus is the same,
"beloved" or "dear to the heart."
* The name "Judas" derives from the Hebrew name Judah, meaning
"praise."
* Jude is sometimes confused with Judas the brother of Jesus,
Judas Barsabbas, and Judas Iscariot.
Personality and Character
* Inquisitive. (John 14:22)
* Confused. (John 14:22)
Encounters with Jesus
* Selected as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Acts 1:13)
* Sent out on a mission to the Jews to preach "the kingdom of
heaven is at hand," heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the
dead, and cast out demons. (Matthew 10:5-8)
* Asked Jesus how he would reveal himself to his followers and
not to the world. (John 14:22)
* Was present at the Last Supper. (Matthew 26:20)
Key Lesson
Jesus will reveal his truths to believers who follow him.
Stories
Some suggest that Thaddaeus belonged to the revolutionary group,
the Zealots.
Some scholars believe that Thaddaeus authored the book of Jude,
although most believe the author is Judas the brother of Jesus.
The symbol for Thaddaeus is sometimes a gold ship with silver
sails before a red horizon, which is a reference to the ship he
took on missionary journeys.
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SIMON the ZEALOT
Other Names
* Simon the Cananaean
General Information
* Was a Zealot. (Matthew 10:4; Mark 3:18; Luke 6:15; Acts 1:13)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Acts 1:13)
* The name Simon derives from the Hebrew name Shimon, meaning
"hearing."
* The word "Cananaean" derives from an Aramaic word meaning
"zealous one."
Personality and Character
* Patriotic. (Matthew 10:4)
* Loyal. (Mark 3:18)
* Passionate. (Luke 6:15)
* Sacrificial. (Acts 1:13)
Encounters with Jesus
* Selected as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Acts 1:13)
* Sent out on a mission to the Jews to preach "the kingdom of
heaven is at hand," heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the
dead, and cast out demons. (Matthew 10:5-8)
* Was present at the Last Supper. (Matthew 26:20)
* Was present for the Great Commission and Jesus' Ascension into
heaven. (Matthew 28:16)
Key Lesson
One should be willing to sacrifice his or her politics to follow
Jesus.
One story suggests that Simon was the bridegroom at the wedding
in Cana.
Some stories suggest that Simon was a missionary to Persia.
The symbol for Simon is sometimes a book resting on a fish, which
is a reference to Simon fishing for people.
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JUDAS ISCARIOT
Other Names
* "Judas the Betrayer"
* Judas the son of Simon
General Information
* Judas was the treasurer for the group of disciples; was a
thief. (John 12:5,6; 13:29)
* Judas betrayed Jesus, felt remorse, threw the blood money in
the temple and hanged himself: The chief priest used the money to
purchase the potter's field, fulfilling prophecy. (Matthew
27:3-10)
* Judas purchased the Field of Blood and fell headlong and "burst
open..." (Acts 1:18-20) •
* Judas was replaced by Matthias who was added to the eleven
apostles. (Acts 1:26)
Personality and Character
* Greedy. (Matthew 26:14-16)
* Deceitful. (Matthew 26:25)
* Treacherous. (Matthew 26:47-50)
* Remorseful. (Matthew 27:3-5)
Encounters with Jesus
* Selected as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:4;
Luke 6:15)
* Jesus referred to Judas as the devil. (John 6:70,71)
* Criticized Mary for anointing Jesus with expensive perfume.
(John 12:4-8)
* Conversed with Jesus during the Last Supper. (Matthew 26:23-25;
John 13:27,28)
* The devil entered his heart at the Last Supper. (John 13:2)
* Betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver. (Matthew 26:14-16;
47-51)
Key Lesson
Not all who claim to follow Jesus are faithful to him and his
goals.
Stories
Judas was possibly from Kerioth in Judea.
Some scholars suggest that Judas was a member of the Zealot sect
known as the Sicarii, who were dagger-bearing assassins.
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PHILIP
Other Names
* None
General Information
* Born in Bethsaida. (John 1:44)
* Well versed in Scripture. (John 1:45, 46)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew 10:2-4;
Mark 3:16-19; Luke 6:14-16)
* The disciple Philip is often confused with Philip the
evangelist found in Acts.
* The name Philip derives from Greek, meaning "he who loves
horses."
* Philip probably spoke Greek. (John 12:20,21)
Personality and Character
* Practical. (John 6:7)
* Helpful. (John 12:20, 21)
* Literal and confused. (John 14:8)
Encounters with Jesus
* The third disciple Jesus called. (John 1:43)
* Brought Nathanael (Bartholomew) to Jesus. (John 1:45,46)
* Jesus tested him regarding the feeding of the multitude. (John
6:5-7)
* Informed Jesus that several Greeks wanted to see him. (John
12:20-22)
* Asked Jesus to show him the Father. (John 14:8,9)
* Was present at the Last Supper. (Matthew 26:20)
Key Lesson
All the knowledge in the world does not compare to the truth
found in Jesus.
Stories
Tradition suggests that Philip lived and preached in Scythia
(Ukraine today).
Some stories suggest that Philip was crucified on a tall cross at
Hierapolis of Phrygia (Turkey today).
Symbols for Philip sometimes include loaves of bread (John 6:5-7)
and a tall cross.
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BARTHOLOMEW
Other Names
* Nathanael
General Information
* Born and/or raised in Cana of Galilee. (John 21:2)
* Well versed in the Hebrew Scriptures. (John 1:46)
* Listed as one of Christ's twelve disciples. (Matthew, 10:2-4;
Acts 1:13)
* The name Bartholomew derives from Greek, meaning "son of
Tolmai."
* The name Nathanael derives from the Hebrew, meaning "God has
given"
Personality and Character
* Skeptical. (John 1:46)
* Honest. (John 1:47)
* Faithful. (John 1:49)
Encounters with Jesus
* Jesus told Nathanael that he was an honest Israelite and
informed him that he saw him sitting under the fig tree. (John
1:47,48)
*Nathanael said that Jesus was the "Son of God" and "King of
Israel (John 1:49)
* Jesus enlightened Nathanael with what to expect (John 1:50,51)
* Witnessed the miraculous catch of fish and ate breakfast with
Jesus after his resurrection. (John 21:2-7)
Key Lesson
Believers are called to test all things with Scripture and remain
true to its principles.
Stories
Some suggest that Bartholomew ministered to Asia Minor and India
and the Armenian church claims Bartholomew as their founder.
Tradition suggests that Bartholomew was flayed alive in Armenia.
The symbol for Bartholomew is sometimes a blade.
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Other Disciples of Jesus
Cleopas: Disciple of Jesus who spoke with Jesus on the road to
Emmaus. (Luke 24:18)
James: Brother of Jesus, leader of Jerusalem church, and author
of James. (Matthew 13:55,56; Acts 12:17)
Joanna: Disciple of Jesus. (Luke 8:3: 24:10)
Joseph of Arimathea: Disciple of Jesus. (Matthew 27:57; John
19:38)
Joseph Barsabbas: Disciple of Jesus. (Acts 1:23)
Judas (Jude): Brother of Jesus and author of the book of Jude.
(Matthew 13:54,55: Mark 6:3; Jude 1)
Lazarus: Friend and disciple of Jesus. (John 11-12)
Mary, the mother of James and Joseph: Disciple of Jesus.
(Matthew 27:55; 28:5,7)
Mary of Bethany: Friend and disciple of Jesus. (Luke 10:38-42;
Jolm 11-12)
Mary Magdalene: Disciple of Jesus. (Matthew 27,28; Mark 15,16;
Luhe 8:2: 24:10; John 20)
Matthias: Disciple who replaced Judas Iscariot. (Acts 1:15-26)
Salome: Disciple of Jesus. (Mark 15:40)
Susanna: Disciple of Jesus. (Luke 8:3)
Apostles, Evangelists and Teachers
Apollos: Missionary.
(Acts 18:18-27; 1 Corinthians 1:12; 3:4-6,22; 4:6; 16:12: Titus
3:13)
Aquila: Teacher and missionary. (Acts 18; Romans 16:3; 1
Corinthians 16:9; 2 Timothy 4:19)
Barnabas: Missionary, apostle, and partner with Paul. (Acts 4:36;
9-15. 1 Cor. 9:6; Gal.2:1,9,13; Col.4:10)
Junia: Apostle. (Romans 16:7)
Luke: Physician, worker, and prisoner with Paul, and author of
Luke. (Colossians 4:14; 2 Timothy 4:11)
Mark (John Mark): Missionary, cousin to Barnabas, and author of
the Gospel Mark. (Acts 12; 1 Peter 5:13)
Paul (Sail): Apostle, missionary, and author of Romans to
Philemon. (Acts to Philemon; 2 Peter 3:15)
Philip the Evangelist: Deacon and missionary. (Acts 6:5; 8)
)
Priscilla: Teacher and missionary. (Acts 18; Romans 16:,3:
1 Corinthians 16:19, 2 Timothy 4:19)
Silas: Missionary. (Acts 15-18; 2 Corinthians 1:19: 1
Thessalonians 1:1: 2 Thessalonians 1:1: 1 Peter 5:12)
Stephen: Deacon, missionary, preacher, and martyr.
(Acts 6-8: 11:19: 22:20)
Timothy: Pastor and teacher. (Acts 16-20: Rum.16:21; 1 Cor.4:17
Philippians 2:19-22: I and 2 Timothy)
Titus: Pastor and teacher.
(2 Corinthians 2:13; 7:6; 8:6-23; 12:18; Galatians. 2:1-3; Titus
I:4,5)
Important Leaders
Ananias: Disciple and healer. (Acts 9:11)
Archippus: Leader of house church. (Colossions 4:17; Philemon 2)
Aristarchus: Missionary and fellow prisoner with Paul. (Acts
19:29; 20:4; 27:2; Colossians 4:10; Philemon 24)
Epaphras: Preacher, fellow worker and prisoner with Paul.
(Colossians 1:7; 4:12; Philemon 23)
Epaphroditus: Fellow worker With Paul. (Philippians 2:25; 4:18)
Judas Barsabbas: Prophet. (Acts 15:22-35)
Lucius of Cyrene: Prophet and teacher in the church at Antioch.
(Acts 13:1)
Manaen: Prophet and teacher of the church in Antioch. (Acts 13:1)
Mnason: An early disciple. (Acts 21:16)
Philemon: Leader of a house church. (Philemon 1)
Phoebe: Deacon and helper of Paul. (Romans 16:1,2)
Simeon (Niger): Prophet and teacher in the church at Antioch.
(Acts 13:1)
Tychicus: Pastor and fellow worker with Paul.
(Ephesians 6:21: Colossians 4:7)
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