All four Gospels record that several women remained near the cross during the crucifixion of Jesus. While many of the disciples had fled, these women stayed nearby and later became witnesses to both the burial and the Resurrection. The Gospel writers sometimes list slightly different names, which reflects that several women were present near the … Read more
Several women are specifically mentioned in the Gospels as traveling with Jesus and helping to support His ministry. Luke records that these women provided for Jesus and His disciples out of their own resources, showing that they played an important role in the early movement. Key passage: Luke 8:1-3 Mary Magdalene Joanna* The wife of … Read more
The name James was very common in the first century. Like all the Tylers and Alexes at my workplace! They were everywhere! James comes from the Greek form of the Hebrew name Jacob. Because several men in the New Testament share this name, the Gospel writers and early church leaders often identify each James by … Read more
James, the brother of Jesus, became one of the most important leaders of the early Christian church in Jerusalem. Although Jesus’ brothers did not initially believe in Him, James later became a prominent figure among the apostles and elders. He played a key role in the Jerusalem Council and is traditionally understood to be the … Read more
James, the son of Alphaeus, was one of the Twelve apostles. This is not the same James who was the brother of John. Different James. Very little is recorded about him in Scripture compared with some of the other apostles. He is sometimes associated with “James the Less,” mentioned among the women at the crucifixion … Read more
The Transfiguration is when Jesus’ appearance was temporarily changed to reveal His divine glory. On a mountain, Jesus’ face and clothing became radiant, and Moses and Elijah appeared with Him. Three disciples witnessed it: Peter, James, and John. A voice from Heaven said:“This is My beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased’ listen to … Read more
James, the son of Zebedee, was one of the Twelve apostles and the brother of John; together, Jesus nicknamed them the Sons of Thunder. Jesus called the two brothers while they were fishermen on the Sea of Galilee. James was part of Jesus’ inner circle along with Peter and John and was present at key … Read more
MATTHEW* One of the Twelve apostles* Former tax collector* Eyewitness to Jesus’ ministry JOHN* One of the Twelve apostles* Brother of James, son of Zebedee, (Jesus nicknamed them “Sons of Thunder”)* Part of Jesus’ inner circle with Peter and James MARK* Not one of the Twelve* Companion of Peter, Paul, and Barnabas* Gospel widely believed … Read more
Mary of Rome is mentioned briefly by the apostle Paul in his letter to the Romans. Paul commends her for having “worked hard” for the believers, indicating she was an active and respected member of the early Christian community in Rome. Beyond this single short mention in Scripture, little else is known about her. Key … Read more
This Mary was a member of the early Christian community in Jerusalem and the mother of John Mark (widely believed to be Mark, the author of the Gospel of Mark), who later traveled with Paul and Barnabas. Her home served as a gathering place for believers, and it was there that many Christians were praying … Read more