How do we know that Christ chose the apostles?

The assurance that Christ chose the apostles is woven throughout the New Testament. Jesus called each of the twelve apostles personally, demonstrating His sovereignty and deliberate selection in John 6:70-71 when He identifies Judas as the 'son of perdition.' Furthermore, the appointment of Matthias as an apostle after Judas’ betrayal reflects the understanding that the office of apostle is a divine appointment rather than a human decision, emphasizing criteria such as witnessing the risen Christ (Acts 1:24-26). This underscores the significance of being divinely chosen in faithfully carrying out the Gospel mission.