abandonded Christ initially during his trial and at the cross. What do we learn from the disciples in their time of abandoment and the fact that they became stronger after Christ arose and defeated death.
A person who answered another of my questions has not understood why Christians would follow the teachings the disciples carried out in the name of Christ. I do have my own understanding on this and believe that it made the disciples stronger in their faith, hence starting a following of Christ that lives to this day, but I'd like some additional view points. Thanks!
2006-08-17 16:10:57 · 13 answers · asked by Gardener for God(dmd) 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Thanks to everyone who answered. I sent this question link to the person who said they had never heard a Christian justify this and answer. May God let her ears open enough to hear, as she said this was one of her biggest obstacles for not believing in Christ. Good job my brothers and sisters!! I am going to let this one be a public vote.
2006-08-21 03:35:04 · update #1
The Apostles never really understood until they were baptised in the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost.. That is why the doctrine of the baptism of the Holy Spirit is so important.
Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
2006-08-17 16:17:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The 12 realized that they too may come to some form of torture, even death, should they continue to follow our Lord. We fear what we don't know..
I turned away from our Lord.. and thankfully, made my way back.
At some point, I believe that we, as Christians, will once again be asked to either be for, or against our Lord.. on that day, my life here on earth, will end. I will not give up our Lord.. and yes, the thought does frighten me, more than anyone can realize.
But the end result...doesn't.
God Bless..
2006-08-17 16:20:33 · answer #2 · answered by sassy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
From a non-religious viewpoint, regarding the following they were able to gather, I'd imagine the people were tired of the tyranny of the reigning religion - crucifixions do not win votes. If they felt they had a strong group of leaders to follow, they may have risked persecution to try to shift the balance of power. As Jesus' message was non-violent, it may have appealed to a broader audience who wanted change, but did not want war. In addition, the idea that the messiah had come would lend hope.
The message spoke for itself.
2006-08-17 16:20:46 · answer #3 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-02 05:40:16 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe the "basic" tenet in this was to teach the Apostle's HUMILITY. First off, none of them could BELIEVE that they would deny Christ, ever. Especially, when told he would not once but 3x. So, believing is ONE THING, but putting your life on the line is quite another. It taught them great lessons on what Christ went through and didn't FLINCH about ALL THE WAY TO DEATH.
2006-08-17 16:20:13 · answer #5 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Acts you can read of the Holy Spirit coming upon the disciples - they were teaching and performing great works through God. They promoted Jesus - just as we should.
2006-08-17 16:19:25 · answer #6 · answered by Gladiator 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The disciples obviously believed that Jesus rose from the dead, because almost all of them went on to suffer horrific deaths because of their faiths. (Like being skinned alive. Ugh.) I can't see anyone sticking to a hoax like that. Obviously something convinced them, and the Holy Spirit would have been around after that, as well, would He not?
2006-08-17 16:18:20 · answer #7 · answered by DawnL 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What we learn is this. We like the Disciples have all abandoned christ. through our daily sins.
but we return to the faith all though we fall down.
and return and return and return this is the strength
2006-08-17 16:19:34 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Christ said to Peter one time, "When you are converted strengthen the brethren."
Peter thought he was already converted.
But the crucifiction brought the messiahship of Christ to a level they had refused to acknowledge prior to that point.
2006-08-17 16:18:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
this is a question tht requires a lot of thought. I believe the trials & errors of the people in the Bible are for our benefit so tht we can see God's mercy & love.
2006-08-17 16:20:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋