Sermons on james the son of zebedee:

James- Son Of Thunder Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019

This is the 2nd sermon in the "Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles" series.

Series: Getting Acquainted With The 12 Apostles [#2] JAMES- SON OF THUNDER Mark 3:17 Introduction: James and John were called the “Sons of Thunder.” James usually is mentioned before John as though he were the leader of the 2. However, it was probably due to that fact that he was the older ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of James (Son Of Zebedee) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

James, the son of Zebedee, began as a fiery, ambitious disciple but grew into a mature and devoted servant of Christ. His life teaches us the importance of transformation, sacrifice, and unwavering faith.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JAMES (SON OF ZEBEDEE) – ONE OF THE FIRST DISCIPLES, EXECUTED BY HEROD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 4:21 "And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:21, Matthew 10:2, Matthew 17:1-2, Mark 3:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival For The Sons Of Thunder Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 18, 2021

The two sons of thunder, sons of Zebedee, were interesting apostles. How did revival change both of them?

The two sons of thunder, sons of Zebedee, were interesting apostles. How did revival change both of them? 1) James the Son of Zebedee’s Revival Can someone with impetuous and unwise passion be useful in God’s work? Notice what Matthew records, “And going on from there he saw two other brothers, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The 12 Apostles: James Son Of Zebedee

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 5, 2015

James had character flaws like being brash, bragging who'd be the greatest, wanting to call down fire on people and asking to sit on a throne next to Jesus. But he became an Apostle of love and became the first apostle to be martyred.

THE 12 APOSTLES: JAMES SON OF ZEBEDEE Mk. 3:17 INTRODUCTION A. HELL’S ANGELS 1. I was running a service station outside of Springfield Missouri one time. I had 16 pumps. It was a large station and along a major highway. 2. There were two men on the pay phones. I was outside taking money ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

James Son Of Zebedee - Authority In Action Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 19, 2005

When it comes to discipleship we have an overestimation of ourselves and our contribution to the kingdom. Jesus’ discussion with James reminds us that our place in the family of God, even when we make great contributions, is still only a gift of grace.

Mark 10:35-45 James son of Zebedee - authority in action Congregation in the Lord, Jesus spent three years teaching His disciples what it meant to be disciples. Jesus particularly wanted to ingrain into the disciples a certain attitude. Perhaps the most significant visual lesson Jesus gave on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Ambition Of James And John Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2018

James and John were naturally talented and dedicated to the Lord. Their mother, just like many mothers today, wanted the best for her children, and so a few days before Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, she made a request in behalf of her children.

April 20, 2006 Near Jordan (37) Ambition of James and John Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45 20 Then came to him the mother of Zebedee’s children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. From Matthew 4:21 we know that the two sons of Zebedee were the apostles James ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Sons Of Thunder

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 6, 2023

Jesus nicknamed James and John the "Sons of Thunder," because of their swift, brash and judgmental temperaments. They were ready to call down fire on people. But we see how the Spirit transformed John into the Apostle of Love. Has God changed you?

THE SONS OF THUNDER Mk. 3:17; Lk. 9:51-56; 1 Jn. 4 INTRODUCTION A. HELL’S ANGELS 1. I was running a gas station outside of Springfield Missouri one time. I had 16 pumps. It was a large station and along a major highway. 2. There were two men on the pay phones. I was outside taking money from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:17, Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Assembly Of God

12 Apostles: James Son Of Alphaeus

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 16, 2015

This man is worthy of our time! He was one of the 12 men chosen by Jesus to bear witness to His life, death, and resurrection. This James became a missionary preacher and died testifying to Jesus’ reality.

THE 12 APOSTLES: JAMES SON OF ALPHAEUS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Origin of the 10 Commandments 1. The Jewish people love to make good financial deals, hence the term – “he Jew-ed them down.” Different people groups have different characteristics. The story is told… 2. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You A Son Of Thunder? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 13, 2001

In many of us there is a little of James and John. (This sermon generated a lot of comment).

OPEN: I love basketball. I watch it whenever I can. I’ll watch it on TV, and once in a while I’ll even get a chance to watch a live game. Going to basketball game is different than watching the game on TV. When you go to a game, you’re going because you like one of the teams. You’re there to root ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mrs. Zebedee

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 10, 2020

“Mrs. Zebedee,” the mother of James and John, gets a bad rap for her request to Jesus for places in the kingdom on the right and left hand of Jesus. Actually, there are some good qualities for mothers on Mother’s Day to emulate.

Mrs. Zebedee A Mother’s day sermon Charles Sligh May 10, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives NOTE: Adapted from a sermon by Melvin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Quiet Disciples: James, Son Of Alphaeus; Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

A biography of the lesser known disciples JAMES, SON OF ALPHAEUS; SIMON THE ZEALOT; AND JUDAS, SON OF JAMES

“THE QUIET DISCIPLES: JAMES, SON OF ALPHAEUS; SIMON THE ZEALOT; AND JUDAS, SON OF JAMES” TEXT: LUKE 6:12-16; JOHN 14:22-23 Sunday, February 1, 2004 If you will turn to Matthew 10:1-4 and have your finger in John 14, we are going to take a look at those two texts. If you are visiting with us, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Greetings From James - James 1.1 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

The Apostle James was one of the so-called "Sons of Thunder," and was specifically named "James, son of Zebedee" and is sometimes called "James the Greater"

I. There are certain realities of life common to all believers – 1:1-1:18. A. Trials and testing will come and can be overcome -- 1:1-8. Lesson 1.A.1: Greetings from James - James 1.1 Text: James 1:1 (KJV) 1James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The 12 Apostles: John Son Of Zebedee

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2015

Here is the mysterious person who leaned on Jesus at the last supper, the only one of the 12 to die a natural death, and who was vouchsafed with the greatest prophetic insight of any person in Scripture.

THE 12 APOSTLES: JOHN SON OF ZEBEDEE INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Rabbi Levy was walking home from synagogue one Sabbath when he saw Issy, a leader in his congregation, going into ‘The Chinese Crab’ restaurant. 2. As he looked through the window, Rabbi Levy saw Issy order a plate of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Metamorphosis Of James Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Jan 6, 2004

A look at the changed life of James

The Metamorphosis of James the Brother of Jesus James 1:1 Introduction James’ passion bleeds out over the words that he uses. He has the passion of a sincere Jewish Christian and may well be called the Amos (after the prophet) of the new covenant. It is thick with pastoral encouragement, and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

James, Son Of Thunder

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jul 2, 2007

Have you ever known someone whose aggressive, ambitious personality just rubbed you the wrong way? Have you known someone who was so self-seeking that you couldn’t help but hope something humiliating would happen to them,just to teach them a lesson?

James, Son of Thunder Matthew 10: 2 These are the names of the twelve apostles: first, Simon (who is called Peter) and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; 3 Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; 4 Simon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God