Concept:After Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus and died, the apostles needed to restore their number to twelve by choosing a replacement among faithful disciples.
Explanation:Following the ascension of Jesus, the apostles met in Jerusalem with about one hundred and twenty believers.
Peter reminded them that the Scripture had to be fulfilled concerning Judas, who had fallen away.
Two qualified men were nominated: Joseph called Barsabbas, also known as Justus, and Matthias.
The disciples prayed for God to show which of the two He had chosen.
Then they cast lots, and the lot fell on Matthias.
Therefore, Matthias was counted with the eleven apostles, replacing Judas Iscariot as recorded in Acts 1:23-26.
Justus was a worthy candidate, but he was not the one selected.
Answer:Matthias (Option C).