And when it was day, he called unto him his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles;
When morning came, Jesus called all his followers together and picked twelve of them for a special role, he called them his apostles.
Jesus handpicked his core team of twelve to help change the world.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse describes an event early in Jesus' ministry, following a night of prayer on a mountain, where he sought God's will before making key decisions. From a larger group of disciples who were already following him, Jesus specifically chose twelve men to form his inner circle, designating them as apostles, which means "sent ones," to carry out his mission. This selection highlighted the importance of leadership and evangelism in the emerging Christian movement, as these apostles would become foundational figures in spreading the gospel.
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