Here are some of the basic features of an apostle
- Apostles are chosen by God. (Galatiam 1:1; 1Corinthians 1:1).
- They usually have personal revelation of Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 9:1; Acts 1:21-22).
- They are filled with the power of the Holy Spirit and invested with divine authority (Luke 9:1).
- They receive new revelations and inspiration from the Holy Spirit (John 14:26).
- They should be infallible and secured against error in their public preaching and teaching (1Timothy 2:7)
- They are custodians of the true church (Bible) doctrines (Acts 2:42).
- The Apostolic ministry gift must be confirmed with signs and wonders ( 2Corinthians 12:12; Mark 16:20)