Simon had believed the truth and embraced Christ as his Lord. 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. Joey Vahedi as Thomas: a former caterer, the business partner of Ramah, and one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. In Twelve Ordinary Men, John MacArthur's book about the apostles, Thaddeus is characterized as a tender-hearted, gentle man who displayed childlike humility. The next day, Jesus called Matthew, one of the tax collectors in Capernaum, to follow Him. There he healed the King of Edessa, Abgar. Peter is well known for denying Christ three times after Christ was arrested. You get to see my characters inner struggle for self-acceptance and fighting his securities, he said, which will eventually lead him to the realization that not everyone needs to be healed., With inclusion in the arts being such a big topic right now and rightfully so I feel that a story about a disabled actor being cast in one of the fastest-growing TV shows alone is notable, he said. Leaving the synagogue, Jesus permits his hungry party to pick grains, upsetting the Pharisees. We also see Big James and especially John getting pulled aside to receive special revelations (eg. To enjoy our website, you'll need to enable JavaScript in your web browser. Both Ross and Cairo agree the stakes are high in Season 3. (Luke 9:51-56 ESV). The Chosen Season 2 is here, and the Sons of Thunder (John and Big James) showed up in an appropriately big and surprising way. The Chosen (TV Series 2017- ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. We really explore the relationship dynamics, both good and bad. Salem Media Group. A gifted accountant ostracised from his family and people. While the disciples went to town for food, Jesus announces to a Samaritan Woman named Photina that He is the Christ. The Bible shares in the book of Acts, that the betrayal and arrest of Jesus were foretold long ago by the Holy Spirit. The next day, James gets the nickname "Little James" to distinguish him from the other James in the group, "Big James", he finds the name humorous. Little James having a disability isnt in the Bible, but he very well could have, Ross said. His encounter and call by Jesus is not recorded in Scripture. James left his town and family to go join the 288 Jerusalem Temple Choir. Its humbling to say the least, especially when you are seeing the younger generation and kids come out to join the show and really getting a lot out of it in a positive way, he said. 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 Chosen shows us how particular experiences with Jesus led John to contemplate his divine identity and articulate christology in a bold and unique way. James (John 1:1-5 ESV), Scholars who study the Gospel of John have long debated the identity of "the disciple Jesus loved," (. He is a single man, having had a number of relationships prior to the events of Clueless; he is divorced from a somewhat brief marriage to Josh's mother, and Cher's own mother is deceased . But he was a man of fierce loyalties, amazing passion, courage, and zeal. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. This season might not be as action-packed as the second half of Season 1, but it's deeper and more character-driven." Jonathan. Little James gets the others while Thaddeus helps Nathanael build a stage for Jesus. But I also felt like I was given a curse in my disability, and I didn't think that my curse will ever allow me to reach my full potential as an actor," Ross testified. (Plots & Theme), Episode 2 Guide: Philip, Nathanael, & Matthew, Episode 3 Guide: Life Among the Disciples of Jesus, Episode 4 Guide: Simon the Zealot & the Man at the Bethesda Pool, Episode 5 Guide: Mary's Demons & the Destiny of John the Baptist, Episode 8 Guide: Judas, Matthew, & the Sermon on the Mount, Episode 1 Guide: Mary Magdalene, Lilith, and the Redeemer, Episode 2 Guide: Mary Magdalene, Nicodemus, and Shabbat, Episode 3 Guide: Depicting Jesus in Art, Film, and TV, Episode 4 Guide: When Jesus Met Simon (Peter), Episode 6 Guide: Jesus, Shmuel, & the Pharisees. I was on film sets all growing up and got to see that side of the business, Ross said. Most early tradition says that Judas, son of James, a few years after Pentecost, took the gospel north to Edessa. At the end of the sermon, a Pharisee named Shmuel called for Jesus' arrest, but the group was able to slip away. He discovered his passion for acting after watching actor Matt Damons performance in the 1997 film, Good Will Hunting.. He died as a martyr while serving the people of Albinopolis, Armenia. Thats been life-changing for me., Jordan Walker Ross, second from right, who plays Little James, and Giavani Cairo, far right, who plays Thaddeus, stand with other disciples in a scene from The Chosen.. His disability made it difficult to book work as an actor until this role came along. Thomas speaks up. Yet he remained in unbelief and went into a hopeless eternity. Twelve Ordinary Men. His mothers name is Mary (Mark 15:40) and he has a brother named Joseph (Matthew 27:56). He was an outspoken skeptic to the point of being known as a pessimist. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. Season 1 focused on how a core group of disciples (Simon, Andrew, Matthew, Little James, Big James, John, Mary, Thomas, Ramah, and Thaddeus) encountered Jesus and accepted the call to follow him. Before entering Capernaum, he met his friend Thaddeus. Giavani Cairo, who pays Thaddeus in The Chosen, talks to news media at the Salvation Armys Camp Hoblitzelle in Midlothian, Texas, on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022. TBA as young Simon Z. S ex worker, saint, sinner, witness, wife. Big James has been recast twice in The Chosen - once halfway through Season 1 and once in between Season 1 and Season 2. disciples. "So it's humbling to see how many people this has affected. 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. the disciple Jesus loved) is a matter of his own perspective and experience. 1. The Chosen Season Two begins its first episode with a frame narrative set decades in the future, following the death of Big James. Matthew brought the gospel to Ethiopia and Egypt. Mark 3:17). Season 2 Reflection P2: What was The Chosen Season 2 about? The day after the healing of the paralytic, Jesus spoke with a Pharisee named Nicodemus while James, Thaddeus, and Mary stayed at their camp on the outskirts of town. The two sons of Zebedee aren't depicted as poor outcasts in need of love. Getting to explore all of that is really interesting.. He met the girl and her mother when they came to be extras during the feeding of the 5,000 scenes. The others were James' brother John and Simon Peter. More convincingly, Richard Bauckham has argued that the Beloved Disciple is a Jerusalemite follower of Jesus who also happened to be named John (Testimony of the Beloved Disciple). While Jesus heals, James meets Nathanael, Jesus' newest disciple. The first two episodes of "The Chosen" Season 3 will be in theaters on Nov. 18. We want to hear from you! Jesus teaches in a few places. Verse Concepts. ", Ross said what makes "The Chosen" different than other popular shows is that it addresses viewers' faith, "the thing they live their life by. They were Jews, uneducated commoners, and simple men of faith who gave up everything to be followers of Christ. James his sent ahead of the others with John to go to Syria and prepare. Mary's disclaimer). Who Were the 12 Disciples and What Should We Know about Them? For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. (Mark 10:35-45 ESV), Jesus walking with James, John, Simon, Andrew, and the other disciples in The Chosen, When the days drew near for him to be taken up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem. Shayan Sobhian as Big James (season 1, episodes 1-4): Sobhian is the first actor to play Big James. 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. (13 episodes, 2017-2021) Series Writing Credits Series Cast Series Produced by Series Music by Series Cinematography by Series Film Editing by John Quinn . Cairo, who plays the disciple Thaddeus, agrees with Ross that" 'The Chosen' has made me want to be a better person.". It is amazing that Jesus would select a man like Simon to be an apostle. Who were the 12 disciples? | Bibleinfo.com 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. James and John were really just background characters in The Chosen Season 1, but Episode 1 of the new season suggests that the tension between the two sibling pairs (i.e. "When we get to interact with fans, it's like a spiritual experience for a lot of people. 01-[] - Please click here to learn how. (John 14:16), Now the names of the twelve apostles are these: The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; and James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; Philip and Bartholomew (Nathanael); Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus(James the Less), and Thaddaeus(Judas, son of James); Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, the one who betrayed Him. This is bittersweet. James and the other disciples travelled to Jerusalem to sit Shiva to mourn Big James. Once the crowd leaves, Jesus has the fishermen cast their nets and then many finish appear out of nowhere. Mr. The group travels to Jerusalem to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles, and with the others, James helps build the booth. Produced by Angel Studios, the show is reportedly the biggest crowdfunded project of all time, closing in on 120 million views on The Chosen App, which is free. With a willing mind, joyfully and desirously, I come to you, being a scholar of Him which did hang on you, because I have always been your lover and yearn to embrace you., There is some evidence that Zebedee was a man of affluence. "Being selected is a huge honor for us," McNair said. Heading to Syria through Bashan, the disciples meet a follower of John the Baptizer named Philip who wants to join Jesus and His ministry. We are not told exactly what Jesus said. "As artists, I think we aspire to be something way bigger than ourselves, and you don't always get that opportunity, though," Cairo continued. I wasnt feeling great about myself. The Chosen follows this theory - while also highlighting how the zeal of James and John can be directed to good purposes. To be clear, The Chosen doesn't negate the role of the Holy Spirit, nor is it attacking the Divine Inspiration or authority of the Gospel of John, but it is attempting to show us the agency and role of John and the entire community of faithful witnesses that continued to follow Jesus after his Ascension. James is upset, but he hears Jesus tell Simon to get used to different. Consider some of the human elements that we see going into the writing of the Gospel: John seems to undertake writing the Gospel on his own initiative. 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. Judas betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. 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. Shabbat. 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. The attempt of James and John to elevate themselves over the other disciples is clearly setting up a power struggle among the disciples that will eventually lead to Jesus' famous speech about servant leadership. Who Were The 12 Disciples of Jesus? - FaithGiant Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters. "Chapter 16: The Chosen Twelve," Jesus the Christ (2006), 217-229 "Chapter 16," Jesus the Christ, 217-229. 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. Although the disciples were all different, when the Early Church began, they were known for their unwavering faith. 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. Don't you want to do something that will really matter, that will be remembered throughout history?" Judas to his business mentor. 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. Eusebius the historian said the archives at Edessa contained the visit of Judas and the healing of Abgar (the records have now been destroyed). 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. So you do have to fill in some blanks.. In this ground-breaking first season of The Chosen see how Jesus reaches each of these and more as He works His first miracles and emba. when Jesus reveals to both of them how he's healed the injured man or, more importantly, when Jesus and John have their discussion of Jesus' divine identity). He was trained and used by Christ in a powerful way to further the Kingdom of God. It came at a low point. Jesus takes the party to a synagogue in Wadi Kelt, where Jesus heals a Elam, a man with a withered hand. talks faith in Jesus, the problem with Black Lives Matter, being a victim of 'cancel culture'. He exalts the humble and lays low those who are proud. Jesus Calls Four Disciples - The Chosen - YouTube And they went on to another village. Maybe this is why he is referred to as James the Less in Mark 15:40. The Chosen Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Also known as Simon, Simon Peter, or Cephas (Rock), Peter was a gregarious, natural leader, and an obvious spokesperson for the twelve. But it's a whole other experience to see how many people have been touched across the world. 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. He said, Oh, cross most welcome and longed for! Cairo recalled the filming of a scene depicting the Sermon on the Mount in Season 2 with 2,000 people enduring cold weather in Texas. John takes this time to interview everyone who was there during Jesus' ministry. They serve together as leaders in Re-Engageat Watermark Community Church, Dallas, Texas. Jesus spent three years training these men to be leaders. Its very humbling., Jordan Walker Ross plays Little James in a scene from Season 3 of The Chosen.. James son of Alpheus was born in Galilee. Tapping into the humanity has appealed to so many people, Ross added. At the dinner, Mary decided to follow Jesus. 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. Also known as Bartholomew, Nathanael came from Cana in Galilee. I chose you. 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. In Scripture, James is listed before his younger brother John, yet he remains somewhat obscure except for the fact he is part of Jesus inner three. Here was a man who drew as close to the Savior as it is humanly possible to be. The term is sometimes also applied to others, especially Paul, who was converted to Christianity a few years after Jesus' death. He was the older of the two brothers and the only married disciple. Disciples Chosen. He wrote more about love than any other New Testament author. (Mark 14:33), James was the first disciple to be martyred (he was beheaded) and the only disciple to have their martyrdom recorded in Scripture. They wait a full day for Jesus to return and when He comes back, they ask Him to teach them how to pray like Him. (John 3:23)He wrote a large portion of the New TestamentThe book of John, 1, 2, and 3 John, and the book of Revelation. Click here for my affiliation policy. A religious liberty newsletter that is a must-read for people of faith. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. What is important to remember is although James was somewhat in the background, he was chosen by Jesus to be one of the twelve disciples. If you don't like the frame, I wouldn't fret: I doubt it will to be present in every episode going forward. Perhaps the greatest acting influence for Ross was his grandfather, actor Barry Corbin, who starred in the television series Northern Exposure and held roles in several notable films. A few days later, in the outskirts of Jericho, Jesus goes to meet with John the Baptizer while James, Big James, John, Thaddeus, and Nathanael go to gather supplies for a new tent. 4.0 / 5.0. Not only was he one of the twelve chosen disciples of Jesus, but he was also one of three men in Christ's inner circle. In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The fiery enthusiasm he once had for Israel was now expressed in his devotion to Christ. -Twelve Ordinary Men. LOS ANGELES - There are few tasks more daunting in Hollywood than playing figures from. He obviously became a follower and stayed with Jesus for three years. 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. Before the group can thank the two men, the two men leave. Proud member John is much more in the forefront of what is happening during the three years of training with Christ. His disability made it difficult to book work as an actor until this role came along. But the people did not receive him, because his face was set toward Jerusalem. ", "So its a much deeper meaning and connection for the fans of 'The Chosen' than a lot of other shows and movies," he said. This racial and religious animosity reaches a climax toward the end of the episode when a band of Samaritans spit and throw things at Jesus and the two of them. Jesse, the paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda, Shayan Fazli as child Jesus (season 1, episode 5), Camila Carreon as child Mary Magdalene (season 1, episode 1). (Matthew 10:2-4, emphasis added). He was able to hire enough servants to help with his fishing business. Jesus told James and Thaddeus they would be accepted if they went to the home of Mary of Magdala to have dinner, because He had healed her a few days ago. Because of my conditions, I have a pretty noticeable limp, very limited flexibility in my torso and legs and am much shorter than the average person [54]. A troubled woman wrestling with demons. Peter's name is mentioned far more in the New Testament than any other of the disciples. What do we know about Philip? What they need is gracious but firm correction - and, ultimately, redemption. I was given this passion for it, and I feel like a gift for it. The night they entered Capernaum, it was Shabbat. Philip was stoned and crucified in Hierapolis, Phrygia. There is some speculation about what happened to Simon. We get messages every day from people around the world saying, 'You saved my life' or 'You've inspired me to increase my faith and go deeper' or 'You managed to help me bond this new relationship with my family,'" he said. Later, we see that John is contemplating what this act reveals about Jesus' nature. Jordan Walker Ross is a series regular on the historical drama The Chosen. He died a martyrs death in Rome during the reign of Nero. Cast and Characters | The Chosen Wiki | Fandom Now He meant Judas the son of Simon Iscariot, for he, one of the twelve, was going to betray Him. Were all so close now, it really is like family, Ross said. One young girl, also with cerebral palsy and scoliosis, connected with Little James and began writing to Ross. As I've noted above, John and James initially conclude that they are special to Jesus because he asks them to till a field instead of having to mingle with the Samaritans [interestingly, the Gospel of John is particularly interested in seeds and agriculture (cf. 'The Chosen' star Jonathan Roumie talks playing Jesus on television and working on a crowdfunded show. At first, we don't know why. Blasphemy Against Mother Mary in "The Chosen" - Padre Peregrino Johns first mention of Thomas is in John 11:16. Because of this Jesus nicknamed them the Sons of Thunder. (a reference to, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. Season 3 of The Chosen opens in movie theaters nationwide on Nov. 18. 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. They were from rural areas, farmers, and fisherman. Their faith is tested in ways that its never been tested before. Cairo originally auditioned for the role of Andrew with The Chosen before he was selected to play Thaddeus. "But 'The Chosen' showed me that I can, and it changed so much in my life, both in my career but also internally. If you're like me and you've listened to several sermons on the reliability of the Gospel of Luke (, 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. In Revelation 21:14 we are told that the twelve foundations of the wall of the New Jerusalem will have in them the names of the twelve disciples/apostles. All Rights Reserved. Jordan Walker Ross, second from right, who plays Little James, and Giavani Cairo, far right, who plays Thaddeus, stand with other disciples in a scene from "The Chosen." The Chosen Ross has used his role as Little James to become a spokesman for people in the physically disabled community. James and John, the sons of Zebedee, were two of Jesus' twelve disciples and a part of his inner circle, along with Simon Peter and sometimes Andrew (see, In the Bible, we are told that Jesus gave James and John, the sons of Zebedee, the knickname, "the Sons of Thunder" or Boanerges (, In the Bible, Jesus rebukes James and John after they ask him to call fire down on the Samaritans who rejected him (. After the wedding, the group travelled back to Capernaum, and on the way Jesus healed a leper. With Jesus and the other students, James has dinner with a Samaritan family, and James is present on listening Jesus read the first scroll of Moses at the synagogue. Hes also working on a project to talk to school kids about bullying which is the opposite of inclusion and which he experienced as a child. Jesus answered them, "Did I Myself not choose you, the twelve, and yet one of you is a devil?" General Information And Jesus said to him, Follow Me.(John 1:43). They are able to rationalize their hunger for power by looking at how disorganized and chaotic things have been under Simon's management and telling themselves that their leadership is needed in order to ensure Jesus' safety and to maximize the efficacy of his ministry. Before the Sermon starts, James' friends from Capernaum, Barnaby and Shula, stop by. (John 1:45) They were close companions and possibly studied the Old Testament together. Acts 1:24. The chosen symbol for him is the ship because he was a missionary . (season 2, episode 4), Sara Anne as young Mary (pilot episode and special episode), TBA as young Jesse (season 2, episode 4). An adaptation like The Chosen isn't meant to replace the Bible; it's meant to drive us deeper into the Bible and spiritual reflection. (John 1:46) Jesus recognized how sincerely his love for God was from the beginning when He said, Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no deceit! (John 1:47). She is passionate about Gods redemptive work in the lives of those who suffer with physical and emotional pain. In The Chosen, during Season 2, Episode 1, Jesus asks Big James and John to plow a field. March 30, 2018 10:00 AM EDT. They are spreading love in the world at a time that we really need it.". During Season One, I commented on how The Chosen emphasized Jesus' heart for outcasts almost to the point of deemphasizing the sinfulness of those Jesus called. We watch as various disciples (now aged) are interviewed about the first time they met Jesus. When Jesus then asks John what book from the Torah he should read from for the Samaritan synagogue, John's mind , when God shaped the Creation through his words. They were companions and had probably known each other for years. The Guess Who are a Canadian rock band formed in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 1965.The band originated in 1962 and achieved an international hit single with a cover of "Shakin' All Over" in 1965 under the name Chad Allan and the Expressions.After changing their name to The Guess Who, they found their greatest success in the late 60s and early 70s, under the leadership of singer/keyboardist Burton . The 12 disciples also included Nathanael, James, Judas, Thaddeus, Matthew, Philip, Simon the Zealot . What we know to be true about Jesus is that He chose ordinary and unrefined men to be his apostles. In the Bible, we are told that Jesus gave James and John, the sons of Zebedee, the knickname, "the Sons of Thunder" or Boanerges (Mark 3:17). Ross, his mother and siblings lived with Corbin when he was younger. 12 of 12 Judas Iscariot I was scraping by and had just started a family. Later, we see that John is contemplating what this act reveals about Jesus' nature. The 12 disciples/apostles of Jesus were the foundation stones of His church, several even wrote portions of the Bible. On Shabbat, Philip arrives back to camp and tells everyone that John the Baptizer was arrested and sentenced to life in prison. Chapter 16. . When Jesus asks him, "Who is worthy of anything?" Now it has given a whole new layer to my role., When Jordan auditioned, he did a really good job and was right for the part, Jenkins said. He is the father of Cher and ex-stepfather to Josh. A few of the students argue that they might be able to use Zee's skills to break Jesus out; the idea is quickly tarnished by the others. Singer (Supposed to be a member of 288 Jerusalem Temple Choir). Actors read through Bellingham-based playwright Sean Walbeck's full-length play, "Making Burgers His Way," Feb. 25. 05_1080p___ -