James and John, two of Jesus' closest disciples, struggled with pride, impatience, and impulsiveness, yet were transformed by Jesus' refining process, which ultimately led to their martyrdom and a life of servanthood, demonstrating the power of God's discipline in shaping us into the image of his Son. [... more]

The transfiguration of Jesus is a profound moment in biblical history where God's divine glory is revealed to three disciples, Peter, James, and John. This event is a testament to the divine nature of Jesus Christ and a reminder of the glory that awaits believers in the afterlife. [... more]

God uses people with all sorts of personalities, flaws, and strengths to do great things, as seen in the lives of James and John, two of Christ's disciples. James was passionate, ambitious, and sometimes insensitive, while John was sensitive, loving, and intimate. Both men were transformed by Christ and used to spread the gospel, demonstrating that God can use anyone, regardless of their background or personality, to achieve His purposes. [... more]

When we become Christians, we're placed in a new family, one that's closer than our biological family. Jesus establishes this new family of disciples, choosing ordinary individuals with diverse personalities, flaws, and strengths. Through their stories, we learn about the importance of living out our faith, being patient with our families, and recognizing that the hardest people to reach with the gospel are often those closest to us. [... more]

Greg Laurie explores what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ, discussing the importance of love, forgiveness, and following Jesus in everyday life. He shares stories from the Bible, including the call of Matthew and the healing of the paralyzed man, to illustrate the power of Jesus' message and the need to bring Jesus home with us. [... more]