The twelve individuals Jesus specifically chose to receive special training are known as what?

• A. Believers
• B. Disciples
• C. Apostles
• D. Prophets

Answer: (C)

The twelve chosen for special training are called apostles because that title means one who is sent with authority. Jesus trained them, gave them a specific mission, and sent them out to proclaim the kingdom and witness to his work. A disciple is simply a learner or follower, and many people were disciples, but the term apostle highlights the formal commissioning and sending of this particular group. Believers is a broad term for those who have faith, and prophets are those who speak God’s message; neither captures the unique role of these twelve as the commissioned messengers of Jesus.