In the frame narrative, John concludes based on these encounters that he was in the inner circle and was specially loved by Jesus - a conclusion that does seem to be in keeping with how the writer of the Gospel of John thinks of himself. What do we know about Philip? Acts 1:2. In Season 2, the apostles and disciples gathered to reminisce and be interviewed by John several years after Jesuss death. They later settled in a home together in the town of Capernaum. Because of this Jesus nicknamed them the Sons of Thunder. Big James is played by Shayan Sobhian in the first half of Season 1 and by Kian Kavousi in the second half of Season 1 and by Abe Martell in Season 2 and beyond. Actors read through Bellingham-based playwright Sean Walbeck's full-length play, "Making Burgers His Way," Feb. 25. If John is the author of these writings, he is particularly noteworthy because he presents several events and teachings of Jesus that are unique and not found in other Gospels. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. I hadnt booked a job in at least four years. Naming the Apostles The twelve apostles were Simon (Peter), Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew (Nathanael), Thomas, Matthew (Levi), James, Thaddaeus (Judas), Simon, and Judas Iscariot. Yoshi Barrigas is an actor best known for his portrayal of Philip the Apostle in "The Chosen," a series beloved by fans all over the world. (a reference to, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The Names of the 12 Disciples We find the names of the disciples in the Gospel books of; Matthew 10:2-4, Mark 3:14-19 and Luke 6:13-16. He said, Oh, cross most welcome and longed for! Jesus began to preach and James witnessed Jesus heal a paralytic. They were fisherman and worked alongside James and John. While teaching on the shore of Capernaum, Jesus meets some fishermen. "So it's humbling to see how many people this has affected. James and the other disciples travelled to Jerusalem to sit Shiva to mourn Big James. The Chosen Season Two begins its first episode with a frame narrative set decades in the future, following the death of Big James. But we're thrilled to introduce you to our new cast member, a wonderful actor and great new member of The Chosen family. Portrayed by He has pursued his acting career despite being born prematurely with cerebral palsy and severe scoliosis, which was repaired with a full spinal fusion when he was 8 years old. He discovered his passion for acting after watching actor Matt Damons performance in the 1997 film, Good Will Hunting.. For him, it was a timely blessing. Romans 16:13. This season might not be as action-packed as the second half of Season 1, but it's deeper and more character-driven." Jonathan. Jesus answered them, "Did I Myself not choose you, the twelve, and yet one of you is a devil?" when Jesus tells John to take Mary as his mother in John 19:25-27). Also known as Simon, Simon Peter, or Cephas (Rock), Peter was a gregarious, natural leader, and an obvious spokesperson for the twelve. Singer (Supposed to be a member of 288 Jerusalem Temple Choir)Student/Disciple The group travels to Jerusalem to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles, and with the others, James helps build the booth. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. Yet he remained in unbelief and went into a hopeless eternity. Twelve Ordinary Men. (Matthew 9:9). Although the disciples were all different, when the Early Church began, they were known for their unwavering faith. (Luke 6:12-13). He was born with a form of paralysis which gave him a limp he would have he whole life. (Mark 3:17), James is the elder brother of John. Although we don't return back to the frame until the end of the episode, we see John and Big James marveling at the authority Jesus has to shape the Creation with his mere words when Jesus performs a long-distance healing of a man with a broken leg. "The Chosen" series has impacted the lives of millions worldwide, but those viewers are not the only ones being ministered to. Then it happened that as Jesus was reclining at the table in the house, behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and were dining with Jesus and His disciples; for there were many of them, and they were following Him. Jesus plan was to eventually have the disciples take over and carry on the work He had started. But one of the beautiful things about taking a conflict that's summarized in just a couple sentences and adapting it into a story arc that runs throughout an entire season or series is that The Chosen will also be able to show the types of rationalizations that undergird power struggles like this. His encounter and call by Jesus is not recorded in Scripture. And keep your eyes open, because apparently The Chosen Season 2 is going to get released as each episode is completed - and the next episode might even be finished by the end of the week. In Twelve Ordinary Men, John MacArthur's book about the apostles, Thaddeus is characterized as a tender-hearted, gentle man who displayed childlike humility. Listed together with Simon the Zealot and James the Less, the apostle Thaddeus completes a grouping of the least known disciples. of What a fun season ahead! Season 1 is available on iTunes and Amazon and can also be streamed on Peacock and YouTube, though all future episodes will be released exclusively on the app. An early disciple of John the Baptist, Andrew, and John, the Son of Zebedee were present when John the Baptist said, Behold, the Lamb of God! (John 1:35) Andrew was the first to follow Jesus and his enthusiasm was evident as his desire to introduce his older brother to Jesus revealed what was already in his hearta deep love for God. Ive been very outspoken about my experiences with bullying, insecurities and things like that, he said. He didnt believe he was worthy to be crucified in the same manner as his Lord. You cant put a price on that. . Click here for my affiliation policy. I was like, Dallas (Jenkins), are you making up a disciple here?. He exalts the humble and lays low those who are proud. By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. His close proximity to Jesus taught him much about love. Jesus sends the disciples to shop for supplies and James is in charge of buying two legs of lamb including the knuckle and fillet. Why would Jesus choose someone with this background? A heart for evangelism, he was anxious to tell Nathanael the One foretold by Moses and the prophets had been found. They take him to a public house, but the trio fails at convincing the man. When Ross auditioned for the role, Dallas. The disciple Little James, played by actor Jordan Walker Ross, is portrayed in the series as a disabled follower who has yet to receive his healing. Needless to say, my physical differences have negatively impacted my opportunities as an actor. James helps organize the crowd of nearly four thousand people. Led by Simon, most of the disciples are busy attempting to manage Jesus, while Big James and John are out on their own special mission - Jesus has instructed the sons of Zebedee to till and sow a random field with seeds that will "feed generations." (season 2, episode 4), Sara Anne as young Mary (pilot episode and special episode), TBA as young Jesse (season 2, episode 4). But it's a whole other experience to see how many people have been touched across the world. What we know to be true about Jesus is that He chose ordinary and unrefined men to be his apostles. She writes for The Mighty.com, Publishous.com, and PublishousNow.com. This is, of course, related to the decision to depict John the son of Zebedee as the author of the Gospel of John, since the Beloved Disciple is also usually identified with the writer of the Gospel of John. Known as the disciple Jesus loved,he was also a part of the inner three. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. We watch as various disciples (now aged) are interviewed about the first time they met Jesus. The Chosen Season One begins most episodes with a prologue set decades or even centuries earlier - scenes from the Old Testament or set earlier in the life of a main character. (Matthew 26:15), The other eleven apostles are all great encouragements to us because they exemplify how common people with typical failings can be used by God in uncommon, remarkable ways. Have my posts about Bible adaptation helped you learn more about the Bible and explore it with your ministry or family? Acts 1:24. You didnt choose me. Jesus takes the party to a synagogue in Wadi Kelt, where Jesus heals a Elam, a man with a withered hand. In the Bible, Jesus rebukes James and John after they ask him to call fire down on the Samaritans who rejected him (Luke 9:51-56). Salem Media Group. When Ross auditioned for the role, Dallas Jenkins the shows director and creator could see that he was disabled, but he apparently didnt notice the limp not at first, anyway. Usually nicknamed Doubting Thomas," Thomas was also called Didymus, meaning The Twin (although a twin brother or sister is never mentioned in the Bible.) For example, the shows writers have incorporated Ross physical disabilities into his portrayal of Little James. He did ask Jesus a question in John 14:22, Lord, why are you going to reveal yourself only to us and not to the world at large? Judas seemed overly concerned with this question. The two sons of Zebedee aren't depicted as poor outcasts in need of love. "With me, I always felt, and I do still feel like, one of my biggest purposes is acting. PROUDLY CREATED WITH WIX.COM. Occupation Peter and Andrew were early followers of John the Baptist. Tradition says he was crucified in Sinai or possibly stoned to death in Jerusalem. Episode 8 Guide: The Woman at the Well, Eden, & Zohara, Christmas with The Chosen: The Messengers, The Chosen Season 2 Controversy (Jesus, the Bible, & the Process of Inspiration), Should Nicodemus Kneel? While The Chosen Season 2 premier this past Sunday had sooo much going on, I want to focus this post on some of the very interesting things The Chosen is doing with the sons of Zebedee. Filmed in Texas and Utah under strict protocols during the pandemic, The Chosen is gearing up to begin production on its third season in the fall. Jesus called four of the five fishermen to follow him, the fishermen were Simon, Andrew, James, and John. When Jesus insists, "I'm a man, John," John pushes him further, saying, "And yet" - and Jesus rewards his boldness by confiding, "I am who I am" (cf. But the people did not receive him, because his face was set toward Jerusalem. The Chosen has a bit of fun exploring why John might refer to him with such a singular way. In little ways like this, The Chosen shows us that the writing of the Gospel of John was a communal effort, not just a spiritual lightning bolt to John's head. Peter and Andrew--Sons of John, were born in Bethsaida. No details are given about Thomas in the first three Gospels other than the mention of his name. 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The Bible shares in the book of Acts, that the betrayal and arrest of Jesus were foretold long ago by the Holy Spirit. key grip Jason Blaise Cunningham . One more great distinction of the apostle James was to be the first to die a martyr's death. All rights reserved. (John 6:70-71), The Traitor. Later, we see that John is contemplating what this act reveals about Jesus' nature. "We talk about it all the time, the family that we've gained. The calling of the first four disciples according to the Bible Simon who was called Peter, Andrew, James and John.Mark 1:16-20Jesus Calls the First Disciples. The 40 Days with Jesus series helps readers connect the events of Season 2 with Scripture and their own everyday lives. The 12 disciples/apostles of Jesus were the foundation stones of His church, several even wrote portions of the Bible. Tradition says that after preaching on the west coast of Africa, Simon went to England where he ended up being crucified in 74 AD. At the wedding, James met Jesus's mother, Mary. I was just grateful to get a job and be on a set again., Both actors have relished their roles as apostles with the faith-based series on the life of Jesus. I wasnt feeling great about myself. He wrote more about love than any other New Testament author. For example, Matthew, as a Tax Collector with Aspergers excluded by society, wasn't primarily in need of a Savior to redeem him from sin; rather, he was in need of a loving and accepting community. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or to be baptized with the baptism with which I am baptized? And they said to him, We are able. And Jesus said to them, The cup that I drink you will drink, and with the baptism with which I am baptized, you will be baptized, but to sit at my right hand or at my left is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared. And when the ten heard it, they began to be indignant at James and John. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Get Your Bible Minute in Your Inbox Every Morning, It was at this time that He went off to the mountain to pray, and He spent the whole night in prayer to God. The chosen symbol for him is the ship because he was a missionary . Tradition strongly suggests that Thomas started the Christian church in India. We want to hear from you! Hircanus the king had him killed with a spear. The traditionalsymbolof Judas is a club and tradition says he was clubbed to death for his faith. We are never explicitly told why Jesus calls James and John the Sons of Thunder, however, many interpreters have concluded it has to do with the brash and zealous character we see on display when they ask to call fire down on Samaritans for rejecting Jesus (Luke 9:51-56). Thomas said to Him, Lord, we do not know where You are going, how do we know the way? (John 14:4-5) Thomas didnt want to be left behind. Hard as the work may be, John and Big James are grateful that they can avoid working among the Samaritans of Sychar and take the special task as a sign that Jesus likes them more than the others. Philip was stoned and crucified in Hierapolis, Phrygia. The duo sat down with the Deseret News at an August media event on the shows set at Camp Hoblitzelle, near Dallas to discuss their roles and experiences with the show as fans gear up for the release of Season 3 on Nov. 18. I got the audition and was not expecting anything. John is traditionally considered to be the author of the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, and Revelation, and is therefore also believed to be "the disciple whom Jesus loved" (John 21:20-24). The scene stirred a range of emotions for all involved, both when the camera was rolling and when it was not. We have compiled these articles to help you study those whom God chose to set before us as examples in His Word. Portrayed by Luke Dimyan Debut Beyond Mountains "What I need is a life I can be proud of! the "who is worthy?" Seasons 1 and 2 can be viewed now on The Chosen App. Both Ross and Cairo agree the stakes are high in Season 3. James We know you'll embrace him like you have everyone else! As the Gospel of Mark describes it: When we see this power struggle described in the Gospels, the focus is on how foolish and misguided it is. Lazarus had died and the disciples feared for the life of Jesus and themselves if they were to go back to Bethany. I always told myself that if/when I get to a place of success where I have a platform, I want to use it to help inspire others to chase their dreams, regardless of their mental or physical limitations. James his sent ahead of the others with John to go to Syria and prepare. Just getting a call back gave me a confidence boost. I was scraping by and had just started a family. I always felt if I can get my first movie or show by the time Im 39, Ill have been successful, Ross said. Season 2 picks up with the disciples together on their very first "mission trip" to the town of Sychar, where Photina (the Samaritan Woman at the Well) has been stirring up a lot of interest in Jesus based on her testimony. (Matthew 10:2-4, emphasis added). Wow. John 12:24, John 15:1-5)]. The next day He purposed to go into Galilee, and He found Philip. Leaving the synagogue, Jesus permits his hungry party to pick grains, upsetting the Pharisees. We are not told exactly what Jesus said. 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