The lives of the apostles were uncommon indeed. “The Apostles of Christ, imbued with The Comforter, or Spirit of Truth had the courage to live their testimonies, giving every last ounce of energy, and eventually, even their own blood for the truth”(Martin-Buhler, 2). I feel that not many today would be able to do the things these men did, with such conviction, and give their lives for the cause. They went through many hardships, and learned much wisdom on their journeys. “They were training in the personality of Jesus” (Mastrantonis, 1996, 6). This training brought them to all many different areas and in contact with many different people, with very different personalities. Their lives represent a true testament to the life of Christ and his teachings. May the Word of God continue to touch all the lives it comes in contact with.

James Zebedee was the older of the two Zebedee brothers. Jesus called James and his brother John the “Sons of Thunder” in Mark 3:17. James was 30 when he received the call to be an apostle, and had four children, who were living near Capernaum. James’ profession at the time of his calling was a fisherman.

Simon lived to be an old man and preached everywhere he could. He died in Africa after teaching and preaching to the people there.

John was a very strong and dependable person. John appreciated the Master’s love and unselfishness. These traits of Jesus made a lasting impression on the future of John. After the death of James, John married the brother’s widow.

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