THE 12 DISCIPLES: BARTHOLOMEW (NATHANAEL)

(Message by Tanny Keng)

0. Introduction

a) Jesus' faithful disciples were ordinary men who became extraordinary because of Jesus Christ. Despite their confusion and lack of understanding during his lifetime, they became powerful witnesses to his resurrection. Their lives were transformed by God's power. The story of Jesus' disciples does not end with the Gospels. It continues in the book of Acts and many of the letters.

1. Name

a) Bartholomew (Nathanael).



2. Occupation

a) Unknown.

3. Outstanding characteristics

a) Honesty and straightforwardness.

4. Major events in his life

a) Initially rejected Jesus because Jesus was from Nazareth but acknowledged him as the "Son of God" and "King of Israel" when they met.

5. What Jesus said about him

a) Called him "an Israelite indeed" and a man "in whom is no deceit."

6. A key lesson from his life

a) Jesus respects honesty in people - even if they challenge him because of it.

7. Selected text references

a) Mark 3:18

b) John 1:45-51

c) John 21:1-13

The End ...