Matthew 10:3
“Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus;”

What does Matthew 10:3 mean?
Matthew 10:3 in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible states, "Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus." This verse is from the Gospel of Matthew, which is the first book of the New…
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In the tapestry of the Gospel, few phrases illuminate the intricate design of God’s purpose as vividly as the list of Jesus' disciples. The verse Matthew 10:3 states, "Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose…
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Heavenly Father, In the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ, we come before You, humbly acknowledging Your great mercy and grace that has been bestowed upon us. Today, as I reflect on Your Holy Word, particularly on Matthew 10:3 which speaks of those men whom You chose to be Your…
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