Companions of Jesus

"He now went up onto the mountain and summoned those he wanted. So they came to him and he appointed twelve; they were to be his companions and to be sent out to proclaim the message, with power to drive out devils." (Mark 3: 15)

Jesus Christ chose those he wanted. The choice was not based on status, wealth or education. It appears that he chose them in direct contradiction to human "wisdom."

• Those chosen were to be companions of Jesus.
  
• They were appointed to proclaim the message.
  
• They had power to deal with the devils.
  

These are promises of the New Testament which are superior to anything found in the Old Testament.