Gospel Principles
Unit 4: Jesus Christ as Our Savior
Chapter 11: The Life of Jesus Christ
Concept 6: He Organized the Only True Church.
"Jesus wanted his gospel taught to people all over the earth, so he chose twelve Apostles to testify of him. They were the original leaders of his Church. They received the authority to act in his name and do the works they had seen him do. Those who received authority from them were also able to teach, baptize, and perform other ordinances in his name. After his death, they continued to do his work until the people became so wicked that they killed the Apostles.
Discussion
For what purpose were the Apostles ordained?"
Why did Jesus choose the Twelve Apostles?
Mark 3:14-15
"14 And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach,
15 And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils:"
Additional Resource
Christ's True Church