Learn. Live. Love.

Pete Kersker - May 23, 2026

The disciples (students) in Jerusalem were having a difficult time accepting Saul into the group. They didn't believe that Saul was actually a disciple (student). A true disciple (student) learns from the teacher. Jesus taught his disciples (students) from their Scriptures (Old Testament writings).

"Why do you call me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?" (Luke 6:46 NIV).

The Greek language of their day had a word for teacher: διδάσκαλος (didaskalos). This was a general word that referred to anyone who taught any subject in their day. The Jewish people had a different word for their teachers of Scripture: ῥαββί (rhabbi). This word originated from the Hebrew. It referred to someone that you were following as your own personal teacher. You were learning from this teacher and living according to what your Rabbi taught.

"As for everyone who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show you what they are like. They are like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When a flood came, the torrent struck that house but could not shake it, because it was well built" (Luke 6:47-48 NIV).

Jesus disciples (students) learned from their Rabbi and put into practice what he taught. He taught them from their Scriptures (Old Testament writings). He interpreted those Scriptures (Old Testament writings). Jesus also gave them new teachings to live.

"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another" (John 13:34-35 NIV).

Did you know that Jesus' disciples (students) considered him "Rabbi"?
Do you learn from Jesus and live out his teachings?