Educator Guide

James (son of Zebedee) Bible Study Guide

Roman / Nativity · 3 AD – 44 AD (41 years)

Brother of John; first apostle martyred (by Herod Agrippa).

Teaching prompt

Read about James (son of Zebedee): "Brother of John; first apostle martyred (by Herod Agrippa)." What does this teach us about God's plan?

How does James (son of Zebedee)'s life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
What would you have done in James (son of Zebedee)'s place?
Which scripture passage about James (son of Zebedee) stands out most to you, and why?

Scripture quotations are from the Berean Standard Bible (BSB), which is in the public domain.