Especialidades JA/Discípulos y apóstoles/Respuestas

Discípulos y apóstoles

Nivel de destreza

2

Año

2016

Version

22.12.2024

Autoridad de aprobación

División Norteamericana

1

Definir los siguientes términos investigándolos en una fuente literaria cristiana de buena reputación y discutir su significado con su unidad, instructor o un pastor.

1a

Discípulo

1b

Apóstol

1c

Misionero

2

Para las siguientes preguntas, dar no sólo la respuesta, sino también el texto(s) bíblico(s) en el que encontró la(s) respuesta(s).

2a

¿Cuáles son los nombres de los doce discípulos originales llamados por Jesús?

This is a quick and creative way to learn the names of the 12 disciples (and Matthias...and Paul).

To the tune of "Jesus Loves Me".

Jesus called them one by one,

Peter, Andrew, James and John,

Next, came Philip, Thomas too,

Matthew and Bartholomew.

Chorus: Yes, Jesus called them,

Yes, Jesus called them,

Yes, Jesus called them,

He called them one by one.

James the one they called the less,

Simon, also Thaddeus,

Twelfth apostle Judas made,

Jesus was by him betrayed.

Repeat chorus

Matthias then took Judas' place,

To preach to men of every race,

Paul three preaching trips did make,

And went to Rome for Jesus' sake.

2b

Nombrar por lo menos dos discípulos del Antiguo Testamento.

Abram (Gen 12:1), Moses (Ex 3:10), Elisha (1 Kings 19:19), there are so many more.

2c

La mayoría de las denominaciones cristianas se refieren a Saulo de Tarso como el Apóstol Pablo. ¿Cómo pueden estar tan seguros de su llamado?

In Acts 9:15-16 (NKJV)

But the Lord said to him, 'Go, for he is a chosen vessel of Mine to bear My name before Gentiles, kings, and the children of Israel. 16 For I will show him how many things he must suffer for My name’s sake.'
-- Acts 9:15-16 (NKJV)

The story line: Paul was blinded during a vision on the road to Damascus. Paul (Saul) had been a passionate persecutor of the Christians, and was going to Damascus to capture and destroy the Christians who had fled there. But Jesus saw Saul's potential and called him to a life of mission service as an apostle of Jesus. After three days of fasting and prayer in the home of Judas of Damascus, Saul/Paul accepted God's call. Paul explains his calling, in fact gives a whole extensive story line of events that led to his leadership position as an apostle of Jesus, in Galatians 1-2 [1]-- but it was first declared by Jesus Christ in a vision to Paul's healer - Ananias.

3

Considerar las siguientes preguntas y compartir su comprensión usando cualquier medio creativo (un artículo de opinión, un dibujo, un video, una publicación por computadora con imágenes, un poema, una canción, una actuación dramática, etc.).

3a

¿En qué momento los doce discípulos de Jesús pasaron a ser apóstoles?

3b

¿Puede ser un apóstol o un misionero sin ser un discípulo?

3c

¿Cuál es una similitud entre apóstoles, discípulos y misioneros?

3d

¿Cuál es una similitud y una diferencia entre un apóstol, un misionero y un profeta?

Similarity – Called to spread the gospel of Jesus. They are followers of Christ.

Difference – The biblical apostles were chosen from the disciples and were commissioned by Jesus. Later apostles were appointed, like Paul, Andronicus, and Junias

3e

Considerando Mateo 28:19 y 20, ¿puede un verdadero discípulo seguir a Cristo sin \cumplir algún papel apostólico o misionero?

And Jesus, walking by the Sea of Galilee, saw two brothers, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” They immediately left their nets and followed Him. Going on from there, He saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets. He called them, and immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed Him.
-- Matthew 28:19-20 (NKJV)

4

Hacer una de las siguientes:

4a

Leer Mateo 4:18-22 y describir brevemente o demostrar a través de un medio creativo el relato bíblico de cómo los primeros discípulos fueron llamados a seguir a Cristo. También demostrar la importancia y el impacto que tuvieron estos llamados acerca del futuro del evangelio.

And Jesus, walking by the Sea of Galilee, saw two brothers, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” They immediately left their nets and followed Him. Going on from there, He saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets. He called them, and immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed Him.
-- Matthew 4:18-22 (NKJV)

Jesus called out to Peter and his brother Andrew, two fishermen as they were casting their nets. They immediately left what they were doing without question to follow.

On the same account, Jesus saw James and John and called out to them. With a similar reaction, they dropped what they were doing to follow the Lord.

Teaching point: DEMONSTRATE could mean a "drawing" or "presentation" or "diorama" type of project that not only tells their story way back then, but also the EFFECT that their choice makes on our lives and hearts today.

Teachers can emphasize the "leaving everything" or how these first disciples became major players in the ministry of the church, especially in its starts as show in Acts 1-8 and 12. Peter is a significant leader for decades, giving the key Pentacost sermon among other leadership roles. James was the first disciples to die a martyrs death, while John was the one to live the longest, contributing the Apocalyptic book Revelation (with its message for our present and future).

4b

Leer Hechos 2 individualmente o con un grupo. Describir brevemente o demostrar a través de un medio creativo el relato bíblico de lo que ocurrió en el Pentecostés y determinar cómo este evento impactó al futuro de la iglesia cristiana.

You can use your personal Bible to read this chapter or find it online at BibleGateway.

The day of Pentecost is recorded as one of the most significant acts of the Bible. The Holy Spirit came upon the disciples, baptizing them with the spirit. They were able to speak in different languages (tongues) that were clearly understood by those who witnessed firsthand the power of the Lord.

Teaching point: DEMONSTRATE could mean a "drawing" or "presentation" or "diorama" type of project that not only tells their story way back then, but also the EFFECT that their choice makes on our lives and hearts today.

The idea that Christianity was a message for "all nations" began at Pentecost, though at first, it was understood to mean that JEWS of any nation had the right to hear and understand and become Christians (at that time practiced as a sect of Judaism). However, as events unfolded (Cornelius, Paul's conversion and mission work to the gentiles) it came to be understood as the opening lines for a global message that could be preached to "every nation, kindred, tongue, and people."

5

Leer Hechos 9:1-31. Basado en su lectura, desde cada una de las tres perspectivas (Saulo, Ananías y un cristiano en Jerusalén), discutir o hacer el papel de las respuestas a las siguientes preguntas:

You can use your personal Bible to read these verses or find it online at BibleGateway.

5a

¿Podría, hubiera, o debería Pablo ser confiado por los primeros creyentes cristianos después de su conversión?

He was still viewed as a killer of Christians, one that could not be trusted. They looked at him as if he had a plan to kill them by becoming one of them. Barnabas assisted him in integrating into the Christian community in Jerusalem. BibleGateway.com link

They viewed him in this fashion since he had been their persecutor prior to his conversion. Acts 8:1-3 BibleGateway link

5b

¿Debemos ir a Dios para ser convertidos o él viene a nosotros para ofrecer la conversión, sin importar dónde estemos o qué estemos haciendo?

Many individuals live a life of sin before coming into the church.

6

Leer el capítulo 2 del libro Los Hechos de los Apóstoles de Elena G. de White, titulado «La preparación de los doce». Individualmente o con un grupo, considerar los métodos que Cristo usó para entrenar a sus discípulos. Determinar si esos métodos exactos todavía podrían funcionar hoy, o habría equivalentes modernos que podrían ser utilizados para entrenar a la gente a ser discípulos de Dios.

You can read the chapter on your device (EGW app, app stores) or follow this link for the official EGW Estate writings website.

Teaching Points:

• He choose those who were not already caught up in their own philosophy.
• He preached to others in their presence and an example.
• He walked and talked with each of them.
• He spoke about Heaven as they listened.
• He did not give orders or commands, but allowed them to make decisions on their own to follow Him.

7

Con un grupo, hacer el papel de una escena específica de la vida de un discípulo, un apóstol o un misionero de su elección. Explicar brevemente por qué eligió esta escena y por qué cree que ilustra su llamado de Dios.

8

De lo que haya aprendido al estudiar estos temas, ¿es posible que haya un apóstol en la iglesia adventista del séptimo día hoy? ¿Qué tal durante cualquier punto durante el período de tiempo desde mediados de la década de 1840?

9

Ilustrar a través de dibujos, bocetos o fotografías los viajes de Pablo al proclamar el evangelio al mundo.

9a

Asegurarse de capturar algunos de los símbolos culturales que Pablo enfrentaba mientras predicaba el cristianismo al mundo gentil y secular. ¿Cómo difieren de los símbolos culturales seculares de hoy?

Pathfinders are encouraged to explore the options available that would clearly outline Paul’s travels as he ministered.

This can include images from FREE IMAGE websites like flickr.com and Google images (tools ==> useage rights ==> labeled for reuse) Sample link for "Paul apostle missionary" images

Teaching idea: Divide the kids into groups. Have each group research pictures on four of the locations Paul stopped and download, print, or capture one or two images from each of those cities. Attach these images to a centralized map of Paul's missionary journeys. If done digitally, a Powerpoint set of slides with one page for EACH JOURNEY would be PLENTY to fulfill this requirement.

Teaching idea: Take pictures of the Pathfinders "freeze framing" one scene from four of the cities Paul visited on each journey. Attach them to a missionary journeys map, either in print or digital form. Costuming would be cool, but "modern interpretations" would also be appropriate.

9b

Todos los eruditos bíblicos están de acuerdo en que hubo al menos tres viajes misioneros paulinos como se describe en los 28 capítulos de los Hechos. Algunos cristianos creen que hubo un cuarto y posiblemente un quinto viaje al que se alude en los capítulos perdidos de los Hechos (29 y 30). Hablar con su pastor y discutir cómo debe tratar estas teorías, y si estos viajes adicionales de alguna manera cambiarían o iluminarían el ministerio de Pablo.

10

Durante un proceso de dos semanas, realizar una autoevaluación de la calidad de su discipulado para ese día en particular. Calificarse según cada frase a continuación de una escala de 1 al 10, donde diez significa que es muy fuerte en esa área y uno significa que es muy débil. Contemplar su evaluación, establecer metas para mejorarse y pedirle a Jesús que pueda proveer la fuerza necesaria para cumplir con esas metas.

10a

Su deseo es agradar a Dios en todo lo que hace.

10b

Tiene una pasión por compartir su fe con los demás.

10c

Permite que el Señor guíe su proceso de tomar decisiones.

10d

Ora cada día regularmente.

10e

Pasa tiempo con el Señor a través de la adoración.

10f

Su vida representa a Jesús a los que le rodea.

10g

Se acerca a aquellos que son menos afortunados.

11

Decir la Gran Comisión, como se indica en Mateo 28: 19 y 20.

The Great Commission is the concluding statement of Jesus to His disciples and gives a command to His disciples. BibleGateway.com has over 200 versions and thus a variety of ways to read this text. The link shares three common versions - NKJV (Pathfinder Bible), NIV (normal read for many people in North America), and CSB (a new version copyrighted 2017)

BibleGateway.com Great Commission

And Jesus, walking by the Sea of Galilee, saw two brothers, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” They immediately left their nets and followed Him. Going on from there, He saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets. He called them, and immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed Him.
-- Matthew 28:19-20 (NKJV)

11a

Hacer una lista de tres papeles específicos que este texto define como parte de un llamado misionero o apostólico.

The verbs show us the roles we must take in this part of discipleship.
GO
MAKE DISCIPLES
BAPTIZE

Put another way:

• Go forth
• Teach, educate
• Baptize in the name of the Lord

11b

Pensar y hacer una lista de historias del Nuevo Testamento que ilustran las diferentes partes de la Gran Comisión.

Brainstorm means to let your Pathfinders do most of the thinking with the Pathfinder leader GUIDING the discussion to keep it "within boundaries."

Some possibilities include:

• Philip baptizes the Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8)
• Peter is called, responds to, preaches to, and baptizes Cornelius the Roman centurion (Acts 10)
• Paul travels throughout Asia Minor (Acts 13 to 26 various stories)
• Paul is imprisoned, there is an earthquake, and as a result the jailer is baptized (Acts 16)

11c

Evaluar y hacer una lista de las formas en que los cristianos modernos en su área pueden poner en práctica la Gran Comisión.

This question is wide open. The important elements are that it means stepping outside our comfort zone and sharing Jesus with people outside of our current faith community. This does NOT mean "give and run" random "booklet evangelism" but rather methods that involve all three portions of the Great Commission.

11d

Utilizando lo que haya aprendido de esta especialidad, pensar en una idea de cómo puede ayudar a cumplir la Gran Comisión. Hablar con su instructor y/o un pastor acerca de su idea y luego poner esta idea en práctica por un período de por lo menos un mes. Compartir con su clase, instructor o con su pastor cómo esta actividad ha cambiado su relación con Dios y si ha visto algún efecto en los demás.

Teaching Idea: A simple page, sticky notes, or journal entry would suffice. Encourage the Pathfinders to make the goals DOABLE and MEASURABLE and truly OBTAINABLE with the help of God.

Examples:

• I will assist two people that I would normally ignore.
• I will teach someone younger than me (physically or spiritually less mature) one thing I have come to know about Jesus Christ in a way that helps them hear the message effectively.
• I will spend three hours serving my public community.
• I will donate either time or money (specific amounts) to disaster relief in my country/region of origin.
• I will pray for people I am getting to know who are not currently part of my church.
• I will help my church with the upcoming evangelistic series.

Make sure the Pathfinders have chosen goals that they can reasonably accomplish and completely accomplish. Check back in a few weeks to encourage and confirm completion of goals.

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