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Some churches call their leaders "apostles." What does that mean?

Key Points:

  • Apostles in the New Testament.
  • What about “apostles” today?

Quote This:

1 Corinthians 12:28 Here are some of the parts God has appointed for the church: first are apostles, second are prophets, third are teachers, then those who do miracles, those who have the gift of healing, those who can help others, those who have the gift of leadership, those who speak in unknown languages.

See Also: Church, New Testament

Talk About It
  1. What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
  2. What does your church call its leaders? What do you think about using the term “apostle” today? Explain.
  3. Read Acts 9:1-9. How does this passage affect Paul’s claim to apostleship? How would his ministry have been affected if he had never seen Jesus? Explain.
  4. Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17. How is the role of the Bible different from the role of spiritual leaders today?
  5. What would you say to someone who believes his or her church has an “apostle” who can speak with the same authority as the Bible itself – even if it means contradicting the Bible? Name some modern churches today that hold to that teaching.
  6. Write a personal action step based on this conversation.
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