Question

Which of the following are characteristics of a disciple of Jesus?

willing to go
follow Jesus
teach others
teachable
serve others
seek what is best for themselves
put others first

Answer 1

Short answer: All of them except “seek what is best for themselves” (in the selfish sense) are characteristic of a disciple of Jesus.

Brief notes and Scripture links:
- Willing to go — yes. Jesus sends disciples out (e.g. Matthew 28:19; Luke 10:1–3).
- Follow Jesus — yes. “Follow me” is the basic call (e.g. Matthew 4:19; Mark 8:34).
- Teach others — yes. Disciples make and teach disciples (Matthew 28:19–20).
- Teachable — yes. A disciple is a learner, humble and open to correction (Matthew 11:29; Proverbs 9:9).
- Serve others — yes. Jesus modeled servant leadership (John 13:14–15; Mark 10:45).
- Put others first — yes. Christians are called to humility and consider others’ needs (Philippians 2:3–4).
- Seek what is best for themselves — no, if that means self-centered pursuit. Disciples seek God’s kingdom and the good of others, even when it costs them (Matthew 6:33; Luke 9:23–24).

If you want, I can give longer passages or examples from the Gospels for any item.