Apostles were witnesses to the divinity of Christ
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In a general conference address in October 1965, Elder Howard W. Hunter, then of the Council of the Twelve, spoke of the calling and duties of the apostles that Jesus chose from among His disciples.
Elder Hunter said: "During His lifetime the Master selected the apostles, and Mark states, `And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach," `And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils.' (Mark 3:14-15.)
"God the Father had sent His Son into the world to bring salvation to the world. The Son chose apostles, conferred upon them authority, and said to them, `Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
" `Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.' (Matt. 28:19-20.)
"The atoning sacrifice of Christ brings redemption from the grave to all men, but in addition to this it is necessary that there be witnesses to the divinity of Christ and His death and resurrection. To be such a witness was inherent in the call and the ordination of the Twelve."
