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Andrew
"Manly"
Bio Summary
ἀνδρέας (Andreas)First disciple to follow Jesus and introduce others to the Messiah. Evangelist who brought the gospel to the Greeks and died as a martyr in Patras.
Birth
w. 5 BC
Death
w. 60 AD
Family
pai: Jonasirmão: Peter
Key Events
- Called on the banks of the Jordan
- Introduces Peter to Jesus
- Intercede in the multiplication of countries
- Take Greeks to hear the Master
- Mission to Achaia and martyrdom
Character Traits
InitiativeTestimonyServiceCourage
Historical Locations
BethsaidaCapernaumJerusalemAchaia
Life Lessons
- Discipleship begins by pointing people to Jesus
- Small gestures open miracles
- Fidelity behind the scenes produces eternal fruit
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