The Apostles Matthew and Simon: One Under the Gospel (1)

There are times in which one can look at a couple and think, “They really complement each other.” It could be a married couple who have been together for a good many years. It could be two friends with personalities and interests which work well for the two. These are individuals who get along so well that everyone takes note of them. It could be because of the similarities which they have. It could also be because of the differences which the two possess. Ever heard someone use the phrase “opposites attract” in reference to a husband and wife who are polar opposites? The study of the apostles will be continues although this will be somewhat different from the past studies. Normally, the study has consisted of looking at one apostle and what can be learned from his life. This article will present two different apostles to study. These two men were polar opposites before they followed the Christ. At the end, these men were able to complement each other although different. One may think of the brothers James and John (Luke 9:54). While these two men were alike in mind in many areas, our study will not be of them. Would one think of Peter and his brother, Andrew?  Their differences complimented the other. Peter was more so one would speak up and stand out in the forefront. Andrew was one who was more silent and seemed to be more content to be in the background than his brother. Instead, our study will consist of two men whose words are never recorded in the New Testament but their lives are filled with lessons.