Bible Discussion Thread

Verse 26.. they wanted to chose a man that had been with Jesus and the other apostles, one that had the greatest knowledge of his teachings. There must have been a discussion during their selection of the person most qualified to teach the words of God. That person would also be witness to the resurrection, a key qualification for selection. Casting lots is not gambling, it is like casting a vote. The vote was given after the qualifications, the experiences and spiritual understanding, of the men were taken into consideration. To even be considered, both were honorable men. Since their role of an apostle depended on the person having good outgoing personality, one that could easily strike up a conversation with a stranger, perhaps this was taken into consideration also. To teach the word one can not be shy.