By: JWilson19
After watching and listening to the group projects, I learned so much about the disciples. The disciples that were presented in class were Philip, Bartholomew, Matthias, Andrew, Matthew, Simon, John, Jude, Peter, James the Greater, and Judas. I learned that all the disciples were normal citizens until Jesus came into their lives and He helped guide them to help others and spread the word of God. Philip was the brother of Peter and Andrew. He was with Jesus when he feed 5,000 people. He actively participated in disciple discussions with Jesus and obeyed Jesus when he told him to go with him. Bartholomew was introduced to Jesus by Philip. He performed many miracles throughout his life and converted pagans from India to Christians. He is also notable for translating the Gospel of Matthew. Matthias was Judas' replacement. He was a caregiver and helped many avoid temptation. He lived a healthy life and later stoned to death. Andrew was very close to Jesus. Before becoming a disciple, he was a fisherman with his brother, Peter, and his father. He is most notable for proclaiming the Gospel. Matthew was an apostle of Jesus and one of the four Evangelists. He was a tax collector and it was odd for a Jew to collaborate with a Roman occupation force. His name was Levi before receiving the name Matthew. He wrote the Gospel of Matthew and wrote about Jesus' message and news to His people. Simon was 28 years old before becoming an apostle. He was a merchant before becoming an apostle. He inspired others and preached "Peace on Earth and goodwill among men." John is well-known in the Bible and is mentioned 131 times. He is also an Evangelist like Matthew. He was a fisherman with his father before becoming a disciple and was a very close friend of Jesus. He also wrote three letters in the new testament. Jude is the author of Jude in the New Testament and is a mysterious apostle. He is seen with a flame on his head with an image of Jesus and he holds a book/paper and axe. Peter is a disciple that was notable for guiding people toward Jesus through fishing. He spoke to many people about Jesus in Jerusalem and then encouraged 3,000 people to get baptized. James the Greater was also a fisher with his father. He was in a famous story when they caught plenty of fish. When he went fishing, their nets were empty, but when Jesus told him to go out again and check the nets, there were many fish. He was later chosen to see Jesus' Transfiguration. Judas was the disciple that betrayed Jesus and help with his crucifixion. He sold Jesus out for money and later regret his decision. He felt so guilty, he hung himself and died.
Out of all the disciples, I saw that Judas' life was interesting because he was chosen by Jesus and later turned his back from him. I found this interesting because Jesus knew Judas was going to betray him in the future, but did not do anything because it was God's plan. Jesus had a lot of courage because he spent so much time with Judas and knew the whole time he was going to turn him over and kill him. Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss the help indicate that that was Jesus and the one that they wanted. He was so guilty of turning in Jesus, he killed himself.
Based on what I know, characteristics that a follower of Jesus posses are loyalty, commitment, and faithful. The one disciple that did not have these characteristics was Judas because he disobeyed Jesus and he was not committed to help others. He sold Jesus to the soldiers and betrayed him with a kiss. Jesus' other disciples were always loyal to Jesus and His people. They demonstrated loyalty by always accepting a task from Jesus and they did not turn away from Him or God when they were scared. They wanted to commit their lives to live out their faith and help others do the same. They were with Jesus through the good times and bad. The followers of Jesus were always faithful and were constantly praying and doing God's work. They believed that God would help them and support them. I think that I have these qualities because I am an Active Christian and I am always trying to improve my relationship with God and people around me. I attend Sunday masses and I participate in school liturgies. Pictures
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