These Twelve Jesus Sent Forth

“Thy Mind, O Man, Must Stretch”

John W. Welch

BYU Studies 50, no. 3 (2010)

Welch advocates for hard work and open-mindedness in the pursuit of truth. He highlights Mormonism’s acceptance of pluralism and the synthesis of rights and duties, emphasizing scholars' duty to serve and teach others unashamedly.

Chart 13-4: Four Lists of the Original Twelve Apostles

John W. Welch, John F. Hall

Charting the New Testament (2002)

This chart compares the four lists of Jesus’s original twelve apostles as recorded in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and Acts, highlighting the consistency in the names despite variations in order.

Come Follow Me—Matthew 10–12; Mark 2; Luke 7, 11

Lynne Hilton Wilson

Come Follow Me Commentary: The New Testament, Book of Mormon Central (2019)

This chapter provides an overview of events recorded in Matthew 10–12, Mark 2, Luke 7, and Luke 11, including Jesus calling the Twelve Apostles, laying out conditions of discipleship, witnessing of John the Baptist, and ministering in Galilee.

Covenant Belonging

Gerrit W. Gong

General Conference (Oct. 2019)

Covenant belonging gives us capacity to become more than we are. It produces faith unto life and salvation. Keeping our covenants with God.

Luke 9:1–6: Sending the Twelve

S. Kent Brown

The Testimony of Luke, BYU New Testament Commentary, excerpted on the BYU New Testament Commentary website (Apr. 2019)

This commentary discusses Luke 9:1–6, focusing on Jesus commissioning the Twelve Apostles, entrusting them with his ministry and broadening its impact. The post explores the significance of this moment for the establishment of the church organization.

Naaman, Baptism, and Cleansing

Travis T. Anderson

Ensign 24, no. 1 (Jan. 1994)

The story of Naaman the leper (2 Kings 5) stands as a type and shadow of cleansing power of repentance and baptism. Note that, in Old Testament culture, if leprosy went into remission, the leper was considered cleansed, not healed.

By Simple Yet Propitious Means: The Art of Jorge Cocco Santangelo

Herman du Toit

BYU Studies Quarterly 55, no. 2 (2016)

This article includes many beautiful images of Christ, including one of Christ returning to his body at the Resurrection. Open the PDF to see the images.

Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32)

S. Kent Brown

The Testimony of Luke, BYU New Testament Commentary, excerpted on the BYU New Testament Commentary website (May. 2019)

In a most beloved parable, the Savior paints a portrait of a family.

Luke 9:1–6: Sending the Twelve

S. Kent Brown

The Testimony of Luke, BYU New Testament Commentary, excerpted on the BYU New Testament Commentary website (Apr. 2019)

This commentary discusses Luke 9:1–6, focusing on Jesus commissioning the Twelve Apostles, entrusting them with his ministry and broadening its impact. The post explores the significance of this moment for the establishment of the church organization.

Luke 9:28–36: Transfiguration

S. Kent Brown

The Testimony of Luke, BYU New Testament Commentary, excerpted on the BYU New Testament Commentary website (Apr. 2019)

This commentary delves into Luke 9:28–36, discussing the Transfiguration of Jesus with three trusted companions and its significance in revealing Jesus as the beloved Son of God who embodies God’s work throughout history. The post provides a New Rendition, Notes, and Analysis. Excerpted from The Testimony of Luke by S. Kent Brown from the BYU New Testament Commentary series.

Parable of the Unjust Steward (Luke 16:1–12)

S. Kent Brown

The Testimony of Luke, BYU New Testament Commentary, excerpted on the BYU New Testament Commentary website (May. 2019)

One radiant thread running through this story has to do with the commendation of the steward.

We Believe and Are Sure

Camille Fronk Olson

Thou Art the Christ, the Son of the Living God: The Person and Work of Jesus in the New Testament, Sidney B. Sperry Symposium 50 (2018)

This video explores how Peter gained his testimony, focusing on his declaration of belief in Jesus as the Christ in John 6:68–69.

Luke’s Different Genealogy

Eric D. Huntsman

Good Tidings of Great Joy: An Advent Celebration of the Savior's Birth, excerpted on the BYU New Testament Commentary website (Dec. 2013)

Huntsman compares the genealogies of Jesus in Matthew and Luke, highlighting the structural and thematic differences between the two. He notes how Luke’s genealogy, ascending from Jesus to Adam, reflects a broader focus on the inclusion of Gentiles in Christ, contrasting with Matthew’s emphasis on Jesus' Davidic lineage.