- 1. The Calling of the Apostles refers to the pivotal moment in the New Testament when Jesus Christ summoned his first followers to become his disciples and spread his teachings throughout the world. This significant event, described in the Gospels, highlights the transformative power of Jesus as he approached fishermen by the shores of the Sea of Galilee, such as Peter, Andrew, James, and John, inviting them to leave their nets and embrace a life of faith and duty. The narrative emphasizes the willingness of these men to abandon their livelihoods in pursuit of a higher calling, symbolizing the profound and often sacrificial commitment involved in following Christ. As they responded to Jesus' call, they were not only chosen to learn from Him but were also entrusted with the mission to become 'fishers of men,' signifying their role in gathering people into the faith community. This moment marks the inception of the apostolic movement that would eventually lead to the establishment of the early Church, as these apostles went out into the world, inspired by the teachings of Jesus, to share the message of love, redemption, and salvation, illustrating the enduring impact of divine calling in the lives of ordinary individuals.
Which Apostle was a tax collector before following Jesus?
A) John
B) Matthew
C) Peter
D) James
- 2. Who were the first two Apostles that Jesus called?
A) James and John
B) Philip and Bartholomew
C) Peter and Andrew
D) Matthew and Thomas
- 3. Which Apostle is known for doubting Jesus' resurrection until he saw Him?
A) Judas Iscariot
B) Thomas
C) Philip
D) Simon the Zealot
- 4. Where were Peter and Andrew fishing when Jesus called them?
A) Dead Sea
B) Jordan River
C) Sea of Galilee
D) Mediterranean Sea
- 5. Which Apostle betrayed Jesus?
A) Matthew
B) John
C) Thaddeus
D) Judas Iscariot
- 6. Along with Peter, who was known as the 'Sons of Thunder'?
A) James and Thaddeus
B) Matthew and Philip
C) James and John
D) Peter and Andrew
- 7. Which Apostle was a zealot?
A) Matthew
B) Thaddeus
C) Simon
D) Bartholomew
- 8. What was the occupation of James, son of Zebedee?
A) Tent maker
B) Tax collector
C) Pharisee
D) Fisherman
- 9. Which Apostle was a brother to John?
A) James
B) Philip
C) Peter
D) Matthew
- 10. Who did Jesus call while he was under a fig tree?
A) Philip
B) Judas
C) Thomas
D) Nathanael
- 11. Who was the first Apostle to be martyred?
A) Matthew
B) Peter
C) James, son of Zebedee
D) John
- 12. Which Apostle is known for writing the Book of Revelation?
A) John
B) Mark
C) Matthew
D) James
- 13. In the calling of the Apostles, what did Jesus primarily promise them?
A) Fame
B) Riches
C) A mission
D) Security
- 14. Which apostle is known as Nathanael?
A) Simon
B) James
C) Judas
D) Bartholomew
- 15. What was the name of the place where Jesus prayed before His arrest?
A) Gethsemane
B) Nazareth
C) Bethany
D) Jerusalem
- 16. Who replaced Judas Iscariot as an apostle?
A) Matthias
B) Timothy
C) Silas
D) Barnabas
- 17. What prayer did Jesus teach the disciples?
A) Hail Mary
B) Apostles' Creed
C) Our Father
D) Gloria
- 18. Who was a close friend and disciple of Jesus from Bethany?
A) Matthew
B) Peter
C) Lazarus
D) John
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