THE 12 DISCIPLES: SIMON THE ZEALOT

(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) Simon the Zealot.

2. Occupation

a) Unknown.

3. Outstanding characteristics

a) Fierce patriotism.

4. Major events in his life

a) Became a disciple of Jesus.

5. What Jesus said about him

a) Unknown.

6. A key lesson from his life

a) If we are willing to give up our plans for the future, we can participate in Jesus' plans.

7. Selected text references

a) Matthew 10:4

b) Mark 3:18

c) Luke 6:15

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