Andrew was one of the early disciples of Jesus in the New Testament. He was the brother of Simon Peter, and his name (Andrew) means “manly” or “brave” in Greek. Andrew was the first person to follow Jesus and invited others to come to Him after his conversion.
Andrew and his brother, Simon Peter, were fishermen living in Bethsaida and working in partnership with another man named John. When they were called by Jesus to follow Him, both brothers immediately left their nets and followed Him from that moment on.
Andrew was an important figure in Jesus’ ministry. He was present for some of the greatest miracles of the New Testament, including the feeding of the five thousand. He was also one of the three disciples to whom Jesus revealed himself at the Transfiguration.
Andrew was a witness to the events of Jesus’ trial, death, and resurrection. He was present during the Last Supper and is credited with bringing other people to Christ – like the boy who brought Jesus the five loaves and two fishes before the feeding of the five thousand.
Andrew was loyal to Jesus, teaching and spreadi