I can relate with the apostle St. John. I have had anger and rage problems all my life and through prayer and asking God for help I can say that I have it under control. I do slip up every now and then and feel so bad and ashamed it happened. And then I pray and start again. Thank you for this video.
I would like to add that I had a real problem with rage (a daughter of thunder!😳 like John) but Jesus has been transforming my heart that I no longer recognize myself, yes, Jesus IS the true lover of my soul, my Hope of glory. God bless you, Brandon.
Well John said about jesus, I am the way the truth and the life, I am am the resurrection and the life, I am the bread of life, I am the light of the world, I am the good shepherd, I am the true vine,I am going to prepare a place for you ,the I Am that I am amen
He was boiled in oil and survived. He was a disciple of John the Baptist. Paul called him a “Pillar of the Church”. He was banished to Patmos where he wrote his book of Revelation. He died a natural death, the only Apostle to do so.
Gene, it is so helpful to read the early Christian writings which allow us to learn so much about the lives of the Apostles and the struggles (and victories!) of the Church as it grew from these 12 "weak but empowered" men and its GROWTH! I have studied the scriptures in Aramaic (not as an academic might but out of interest for the initial language (PLEASE SEE the Aramaic original commentary regarding the words "camel" and "rope". It is absolutely fascinating!!! I twill not weaken your love and confidence in scripture but will open an entirely new perception of the very first accounts of the life of Christ! Best!
@@TheSean7564 Who did that to him? My Lord how he must have suffered. I have read there is some doubt as to whether John who wrote Revelations was John the beloved disciple. I wonder if those studies are still floating about?
I so can relate with John and his thunderous personality ..I've struggled my whole life with anger issues..and only recently started to calm down..Jesus DOES heal! "Strong passion can be a good thing when channeled for righteousness " -Jesus of Nazareth
Wow, I'm 73 - had to get a large letter Bible. Still need bifocals & light, so this is wonderful to hear your fabulous teaching. Just found today. Thank you SO much. May you stay in God's light - being blessed every day.
i know a few things about DNA and jesus family for now i can't rembmer what age jesus is when he died on the cross jesus mum mary was a vergina when she mete/fall in with joseph and jesus is born if john apostle is jesus he would be from jesus's father's side john the baptist is jesus cusin rom his mum's side 6 months older then jesus got killed by someone who cut his head off at age 30/31
@@larrypicard8802 It certainly it seem to me, especially the Gospel of John, being written in a totally different genre and topic. I tend to believe that was not written by the Apostle John, but by someone from the Johannine school stemming from the experiences and revelations of "The disciple that Jesus loved" .❤ See my comment above.
When I first heard the suggestion that the disciple John was the cousin of Jesus the incident when the mother of James and John asked that her sons would be granted the honor of sitting on Jesus right and left hand made more sense. As Jesus aunt and also if she was helping support His ministry she would have enough chutzpah to ask such a question.
🙋♀️ Just to say you have the 2 John’s mixed up John the Baptist is Jesus Cousin John the disciple is a different person and brother to James ... who both were chosen to be a Jesus follower Elizabeth and Mary were cousins thats why John the Baptist was Jesus cousin
John did changed from his usual ways when he met Jesus and walked with Jesus for three years; we all need to follow such example to change when we become believers in Jesus.
Apparently Jesus mother and Salome were sisters were related. I thought he meant John the Baptist too but no. Mary and Salome were said to be sisters or of some way related. She even asked Jesus if John and James could sit on his right side in Heaven.
Thank you for this! Very in depth and insightful! As a Greek actor portraying John, it makes me proud that there are some plausible linkages between John and Hellenic culture / philosophy. John is also said to have retired to Patmos, Greece in his later years, so the links continue. In episode 1 of Season 2, your point of "word" coming from Greek was also a small Easter egg Dallas put in because he knew I'd get a kick out of it :P 🇬🇷 but he clearly knew it had a much deeper meaning as well, as your research shows :)
I just want to say that I think you did an astonishing job at portraying what John is like or could have been like! Also I hope you are happy and healthy, and accept the free gift of salivation! But it’s your choice. Anyways I think your really talented in what you do, so keep on using your talent and gift for good! Lots of love 🙃🙂:)
Thank you for explaining what we can only wonder about since the Bible leaves us without all the answers. But as my mother used to tell me in my never ending questions "if all the answers were in the Bible what would we have to talk to Jesus about when we get to Heaven?" 🙂
@violet's place I don't know why anyone would feel that way. It makes sense that a historian would write about the life of the apostles. I read the life/crucifixion account by the historian Josephias. He didn't write much other than his age, 33 and that he'd seemingly done only good deeds. Thank you ❤️
@violet's place I know they had disciples to carry on the work of the church. Thank you for pointing that out. I'm sure that's been brought up before but not much taught about them in church. We all should study outside of church.
Here's another thought: It was Thomas who made the ultimate Christian confession of faith - 'My Lord and my God...' And it is recorded in John's gospel.
You have a true gift of communicating details, that are in God’s Holy Word. (Logos). 👍 I’m a 55 year old Christian from 35 years of Jesus and Calvary Chapel and the Holy Spirit helping me learn new things everyday. Glad to have the privilege to learn some new nuggets of wisdom from you as well. Thanks for your service. I will now finish binge watching The Chosen. Season one. We are also studying John at our Church, great info. Well done! 👍🤗🙏🏻
I thank God for finding Calvary Chapel. And with the power of the Holy Spirit, I have become a deeper Bible reader and sturdier. I thank God for Bob Davis, whom I follow at North Country Chapel in Idaho.
I'm glad that you made this video; about a month or so ago, as I was studying scripture... the Holy Spirit gave me revelation to John (the Apostle) being Jesus other cousin. I was STUNNED! Like you, I went back to reading the very same scriptures and 'mapping' out the women, and Salome stood out as Mary's (Jesus' mom) sister. I do not see how this would be a 'bad' thing since, Hebrew people are a family minded culture and keep close; as you said, it's a minor detail and not one that brings 'salvation', but more of a fun fact factor. Keep up the great work. Shalom.
Brandon you are simply awesome! You share with us so much Jewish history and background that really helps us to get a complete picture and understanding. Thank you so much for what you do!!
Absolutely top favorite " In the beginning was the word and the word was with God, the was was God and the word became flesh and walked amongst us". On the Chosen when Jesus and John were choosing what Jesus should read from in the very small synagogue, they only had the first 5 books of Moses. They chose creation . But... While Jesus read John was filling in the lines in his head with what I said first. That scene makes me feel such love and I cry as John has tears coming down his face. I've seen it 8 times and 8 times I've cried.Thank you Brandon for your teaching.
Brando! We so appreciate these teachings on the Apostles. My home women's group wanted me to teach about the Apostles and your teachings are so helpful, so informative. Thank you!
@@sherryjohnson449 Dear Sherry with respect no he did not. Peter told the Disciple Jesus Loved that and that Disciple was Lazarus the one Jesus resurrected. Now the Question is this? Who was that Disciple and was he the Apostle John Zebedee. When you find the answer to the Question you will know who the authors of the Revelation are. And it is not John Zebedee. Grace to you my Sister.
@@jamessikes6700 Peter was speaking to the Lord of John , not Lazarus - Lazarus was not present ; and Jesus told Peter it wasn't any of Peters business as to Johns future . And Sherry was correct , John was the only one of the disciples to live to old age ; the rest of the disciples were dead by the late 70's .
@@jamessikes6700 really , authors to Revelation , when there is only one writer mentioned and that being : John son of Zebedee , the Beloved Disciple John the Elder and , Head of the 7 congregations of Asia .
I. Have enjoyed your insights. Been in ministry for over sixty five years now retired but love the gospel would love to have your news letter. Rev Jay Tee White
BEAUTIFUL! Happy to learn these because John is one of my Favorite of The Apostles. When I was a teen, I was moved deeply by the fact John leaned on Jesus' bosom, therefore he was able actually to hear the "heartbeat of God!" I prayed to be that close to Jesus myself! Many years later, it is one prayer God has answered and is answering still! Not with frivolity or naivete but through deep pain and the sweet fellowship that comes through decades of relationship!
So happy and grateful to find your channel. English is not my first language, and your gift of communication are truly being used for God’s glory. Can’t wait to catch up in your content. May God keep blessing and using you my brother!
Over quite a few decades my wife and I have heard so many messages, including points about Biblical backgrounds that we might be tempted to think that we have already learned them all, but you always surprise us by pointing out something we had not heard before. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us all! It really helps to make well-rounded appreciation of the truths which are taught.
I came across this channel by accident yesterday what amazing teaching very deep in the way I have never heard it before. Am so blessed thank you so much my dear brother in chirst. Is going to be my every day learning channel. God bless you abundantly
I absolutely love what you teach. It’s like going into a Seminar. Your commentary I believe is true and makes so much sense. I enjoy listening to you, is uplifting, refreshing and so much to chew on! Thank you and keep up!
And…not everyone viewing your presentation was confused when you were talking about the possibility that Jesus and the Apostle John may very well have been cousins. I’m sorry some were, but I don’t think it resulted from any lack in the thoroughness of your presentation. Thanks again. Good job!
I'm happy to hear you bring out some things about an episode that I missed or didn't no KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. Thank you and God Bless all your good work.
Very good video. Thank you. I think we may often under estimate the talents and qualities of those first Apostles. Very interesting video. 👌 I've heard more than one biblical Greek instructor say John's is not the most elevated Greek, but it's the best at communicating its message and that's what's important. Your video possibly tied a couple of pieces of information together. Thanks again.
I sure do recognize the rage element of this and even more so as I am now many years into this life "thing" and with those years God, through Yeshua, has brought me to a place I would not have recognized or accepted in those earlier rageful years of my life. Love is good, good is love. God is that author.
Oh my God this was so very beautiful. Blessings to you Br. Brandon and yes in Him we are all new creations. Holy Spirit: the person in the Holy Trinity, the one with infinite wisdom has certainly imparted His wisdom to you. I pray that may many of us get such deep insights of Bible not to puff up our knowledge but to grow closer to God. Amen🙏
Thank you, Brandon, as I love how you give us so much awesome information about the apostles. I love thinking that John is Jesus’ cousin. That surely says so much about his relationship with Jesus!! ❤️
Thanks Brandon. Regarding John (and James) as Jesus' First Cousins, you forgot to mention Matt. 27:55-56. 55 "Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for His needs. 56 Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee's sons." This also falls right in line with Mark and John's gospels regarding the women at the cross, and readily suggests John and James well could have been Jesus' first cousins. This idea was added to a wonderful Biblical Novel - Patmos, by David Stoeckl, where Apostle John on Patmos is talking with the new church he'd started on Patmos. He talked about Uncle Yosef, the carpenter, and knowing Jesus while they were growing up. The novel covers a bunch of miracles John performed on Patmos, plus the account of John in Rome before Domitian Caesar, being poisoned, (did not die) and boiled in oil, (did not cook). Check out the book if you want to know more. Fun reading.
Directing our Hearts & Mind's into the Love of Christ Jesus yet again Brandon, you are a true blessing mate! These videos inject a lot of hope into my day's, and impact my thoughts and prayers in such a wonderful way. Thank you and God bless ya! 🙏💫🔥
Hi, H A. By saying that John the Apostle could have been Jesus’ cousin according to scripture (i.e. the references I mention in the video), I wasn’t at all suggesting that John the Baptist wasn’t. It’s very likely that Jesus had many cousins 🙂
@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry seems like you were completely confused and now won’t admit your error? Or was this clickbait? John the Baptist is Jesus cousin, not john the apostle. Two separate people.
@@MarinaGarrison Hi, Marina. There's no confusion. One of the points in the video is that there are scriptures that suggest that John the Apostle and Jesus could have been cousins. That's what the thumbnail is highlighting. But that is not intended to suggest that Jesus wasn't also related to John the Baptist.
@@MarinaGarrison did you watch the video? I'm pretty sure he's not confused that John the Baptist was his cousin. That's not what this video was about. It was more about John. Yes the thumbnail was a bit of click bait cause who ever heard the apostle was a cousin also? But the info shared is intriguing and could be the case.
The Apostle John is brother to James - Their father is identified in Scripture as Zebedee. John the Baptist is son of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and identified as Jesus' cousin. When you state that the Apostle John could have been Jesus' cousin, you are simply speculating. I rely on Scripture for authoritative statements - not man's speculation or wishful thinking.
“The Word” may be a nod to Greek Stoic thought, but more certain is the this reference in the OT. The Word of the LORD is used to describe the visible Yahweh, who is the pre-incarnate Christ in the OT. John knew his OT.
I truly appreciate your videos. I love how you connect the emotional parts of the Gospels with the historical facts. Makes the Scriptures come more alive!
I shouldn’t had stated an earlier note and listen before I made a comment, I pray God forgive me, but I praise GOD through JESUS CHRIST for the wisdom that He has given you. I want to Hunger more for God. Thank you and may God Bless You, Your family, and the staff of the Chosen Productions.
Loved this, Brandon!/Brother Robbins! So appreciate your preparation and your great spirit and making of this video, so grateful for your research and study! Really felt the spirit!
Thank you for the explanations and clarifying of the history of the time and how it impacts our understanding of the Bible and the lessons within. I do find it interesting that most people seem to relegate Mary as only having one sister, Elizabeth, and Jesus having only one cousin--John the Baptist. It's interesting to find that St. John and St. James could both be cousins of Jesus. It would certainly explain the close connection between them.
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I named my son after John because I absolutely adore John. John helped me to be a better person, he is beautiful.
Excellent video ❤
Greetings from India 🇮🇳
Thanks for the word.
All Glory and Honour to our Living God 🙌
I can relate with the apostle St. John. I have had anger and rage problems all my life and through prayer and asking God for help I can say that I have it under control. I do slip up every now and then and feel so bad and ashamed it happened. And then I pray and start again. Thank you for this video.
John, a mercy and grace from God.
Jesus is God!
I would like to add that I had a real problem with rage (a daughter of thunder!😳 like John) but Jesus has been transforming my heart that I no longer recognize myself, yes, Jesus IS the true lover of my soul, my Hope of glory.
God bless you, Brandon.
That's so wonderful, Adriana! Praise God!
So what things has he whispered to you about your rage? My daughter is amazing but she rages too. I want to help her.
Amen🙌
Wish I could say the same
My rage is definitely a struggle. I try to do better but I need Jesus on this.
Well John said about jesus, I am the way the truth and the life, I am am the resurrection and the life, I am the bread of life, I am the light of the world, I am the good shepherd, I am the true vine,I am going to prepare a place for you ,the I Am that I am amen
He was boiled in oil and survived. He was a disciple of John the Baptist. Paul called him a “Pillar of the Church”. He was banished to Patmos where he wrote his book of Revelation. He died a natural death, the only Apostle to do so.
Boiled in oil????!!!
@@thefirstMrsLankton yup
Gene, it is so helpful to read the early Christian writings which allow us to learn so much about the lives of the Apostles and the struggles (and victories!) of the Church as it grew from these 12 "weak but empowered" men and its GROWTH! I have studied the scriptures in Aramaic (not as an academic might but out of interest for the initial language (PLEASE SEE the Aramaic original commentary regarding the words "camel" and "rope". It is absolutely fascinating!!! I twill not weaken your love and confidence in scripture but will open an entirely new perception of the very first accounts of the life of Christ! Best!
@@TheSean7564 Who did that to him? My Lord how he must have suffered. I have read there is some doubt as to whether John who wrote Revelations was John the beloved disciple. I wonder if those studies are still floating about?
Tertullian alleged this, There is nothing in the Bible to support it.
I so can relate with John and his thunderous personality ..I've struggled my whole life with anger issues..and only recently started to calm down..Jesus DOES heal! "Strong passion can be a good thing when channeled for righteousness " -Jesus of Nazareth
That’s wonderful!
A person can have more than one cousin. Also a person can have more than one cousin with the same name. Sometimes it is a common family name.
Amen 🙏
@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry logos is also found in the old testament
@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry it's not greek
Yes! Thank you and I love you Jesus! he is coming back soon.
Wow. "I AM"=God. Therefore, I am the Good Shepherd, etc. Brings more meaning to me. Thank you
Thank you for expounding John the Apostle...thank you.
Wow, I'm 73 - had to get a large letter Bible. Still need bifocals & light, so this is wonderful to hear your fabulous teaching. Just found today. Thank you SO much. May you stay in God's light - being blessed every day.
This short video has strengthened my faith terrificly.
God bless you.
I love John, his writing is so beautiful.
i know a few things about DNA and jesus family
for now i can't rembmer what age jesus is when he died on the cross
jesus mum mary was a vergina when she mete/fall in with joseph and jesus is born
if john apostle is jesus he would be from jesus's father's side
john the baptist is jesus cusin rom his mum's side
6 months older then jesus got killed by someone who cut his head off at age 30/31
❤
John did not actually write the gospel of John. It's well known in biblical scholarship that all the gospels are actually anonymous.
@@larrypicard8802 Whomever, it's still beautiful.
@@larrypicard8802
It certainly it seem to me, especially the Gospel of John, being written in a totally different genre and topic.
I tend to believe that was not written by the Apostle John, but by someone from the Johannine school stemming from the experiences and revelations of "The disciple that Jesus loved" .❤
See my comment above.
Praise the lord everyone should believe in Jesus like John Did
When I first heard the suggestion that the disciple John was the cousin of Jesus the incident when the mother of James and John asked that her sons would be granted the honor of sitting on Jesus right and left hand made more sense. As Jesus aunt and also if she was helping support His ministry she would have enough chutzpah to ask such a question.
🙋♀️
Just to say you have the 2 John’s mixed up
John the Baptist is Jesus Cousin
John the disciple is a different person and brother to James ... who both were chosen to be a Jesus follower
Elizabeth and Mary were cousins thats why John the Baptist was Jesus cousin
John did changed from his usual ways when he met Jesus and walked with Jesus for three years; we all need to follow such example to change when we become believers in Jesus.
John the Baptist was ☺️
True
Second Cousin x (his mother, Elizabeth was Mary’s Cousin)
@SeanTheBaptist Lol true.
All is well in my soul .... It’s Apostle John that was being discussed here and not John the Baptist who is Jesus’ cousin.
Apparently Jesus mother and Salome were sisters were related. I thought he meant John the Baptist too but no. Mary and Salome were said to be sisters or of some way related. She even asked Jesus if John and James could sit on his right side in Heaven.
Great video, thank you. We are studying John for the next 3 months
Thank you for this! Very in depth and insightful! As a Greek actor portraying John, it makes me proud that there are some plausible linkages between John and Hellenic culture / philosophy. John is also said to have retired to Patmos, Greece in his later years, so the links continue. In episode 1 of Season 2, your point of "word" coming from Greek was also a small Easter egg Dallas put in because he knew I'd get a kick out of it :P 🇬🇷 but he clearly knew it had a much deeper meaning as well, as your research shows :)
loving your portrayal of John.. well, everybody's doing great actually! good job The Chosen team!.. God bless
Hi just loving The Chosen. Thank you for all your hard work.
Love your work on Chosen. I read the gospel all my life. But you and the cast made the apostles come alive. Great job.
Great job portraying John. And yes, loved the Easter Egg in S2E1!
I just want to say that I think you did an astonishing job at portraying what John is like or could have been like! Also I hope you are happy and healthy, and accept the free gift of salivation! But it’s your choice. Anyways I think your really talented in what you do, so keep on using your talent and gift for good! Lots of love 🙃🙂:)
Yes, I need that transformation.
Thank you for explaining what we can only wonder about since the Bible leaves us without all the answers. But as my mother used to tell me in my never ending questions "if all the answers were in the Bible what would we have to talk to Jesus about when we get to Heaven?" 🙂
Great point. Check out books about H.I.M by Elizabeth Claire Prophet. There's some things in there that will touch you.
That’s beautiful
@violet's place I don't know why anyone would feel that way. It makes sense that a historian would write about the life of the apostles. I read the life/crucifixion account by the historian Josephias. He didn't write much other than his age, 33 and that he'd seemingly done only good deeds. Thank you ❤️
@violet's place I know they had disciples to carry on the work of the church. Thank you for pointing that out. I'm sure that's been brought up before but not much taught about them in church. We all should study outside of church.
Brandon. Thank you so much for the good video about the apostles and who they were. It was great!
I thought I knew my bible until I started listening to you Brandon! Thank you for these spiritual lessons!
Thank You, May the Lord Jesus Christ Continue to Bless and protect you always amen amen Jesus Jesus Jesus
Here's another thought: It was Thomas who made the ultimate Christian confession of faith - 'My Lord and my God...' And it is recorded in John's gospel.
Thank you . Your videos are so insightful. Can't wait for more . Anthea Jbay South Africa 🇿🇦
You have a true gift of communicating details, that are in God’s Holy Word. (Logos). 👍 I’m a 55 year old Christian from 35 years of Jesus and Calvary Chapel and the Holy Spirit helping me learn new things everyday. Glad to have the privilege to learn some new nuggets of wisdom from you as well. Thanks for your service. I will now finish binge watching The Chosen. Season one. We are also studying John at our Church, great info. Well done! 👍🤗🙏🏻
I thank God for finding Calvary Chapel. And with the power of the Holy Spirit, I have become a deeper Bible reader and sturdier. I thank God for Bob Davis, whom I follow at North Country Chapel in Idaho.
John was always my favorite apostle. Every understanding we have of the nature of the Lord comes from his testimony, first.
I'm glad that you made this video; about a month or so ago, as I was studying scripture... the Holy Spirit gave me revelation to John (the Apostle) being Jesus other cousin. I was STUNNED! Like you, I went back to reading the very same scriptures and 'mapping' out the women, and Salome stood out as Mary's (Jesus' mom) sister.
I do not see how this would be a 'bad' thing since, Hebrew people are a family minded culture and keep close; as you said, it's a minor detail and not one that brings 'salvation', but more of a fun fact factor. Keep up the great work.
Shalom.
You are fantastic
Brandon you are simply awesome! You share with us so much Jewish history and background that really helps us to get a complete picture and understanding.
Thank you so much for what you do!!
Word to this video!!!
Thank you so much for these videos, God bless you🙏❤
I don't just like. I LOVE 💖 Ur videos. Thank you soooo much. 👌🙏 ☘️
Absolutely top favorite " In the beginning was the word and the word was with God, the was was God and the word became flesh and walked amongst us". On the Chosen when Jesus and John were choosing what Jesus should read from in the very small synagogue, they only had the first 5 books of Moses. They chose creation . But... While Jesus read John was filling in the lines in his head with what I said first. That scene makes me feel such love and I cry as John has tears coming down his face. I've seen it 8 times and 8 times I've cried.Thank you Brandon for your teaching.
Brando! We so appreciate these teachings on the Apostles. My home women's group wanted me to teach about the Apostles and your teachings are so helpful, so informative. Thank you!
Another interesting fact; John was the only disciple that died of old age.
Jesus told Peter that John would die an old man.
"If I want him to remain until I come [again], what is that to you? You follow me!"
@@sherryjohnson449 Dear Sherry with respect no he did not. Peter told the Disciple Jesus Loved that and that Disciple was Lazarus the one Jesus resurrected. Now the Question is this? Who was that Disciple and was he the Apostle John Zebedee. When you find the answer to the Question you will know who the authors of the Revelation are. And it is not John Zebedee. Grace to you my Sister.
No mention of wife or children?
@@jamessikes6700 Peter was speaking to the Lord of John , not Lazarus - Lazarus was not present ; and Jesus told Peter it wasn't any of Peters business as to Johns future .
And Sherry was correct , John was the only one of the disciples to live to old age ; the rest of the disciples were dead by the late 70's .
@@jamessikes6700 really , authors to Revelation , when there is only one writer mentioned and that being : John son of Zebedee , the Beloved Disciple John the Elder and , Head of the 7 congregations of Asia .
I. Have enjoyed your insights. Been in ministry for over sixty five years now retired but love the gospel would love to have your news letter. Rev Jay Tee White
BEAUTIFUL! Happy to learn these because John is one of my Favorite of The Apostles. When I was a teen, I was moved deeply by the fact John leaned on Jesus' bosom, therefore he was able actually to hear the "heartbeat of God!" I prayed to be that close to Jesus myself! Many years later, it is one prayer God has answered and is answering still! Not with frivolity or naivete but through deep pain and the sweet fellowship that comes through decades of relationship!
That first opening about love touch me deeply. Amein. I’m seeking to be changed.
Very interesting. This episode inspired me to go to the Bible and read the gospel of John. Thank you, it was a wonderful message 🙏
That's why I love all the teachings from others.
So happy and grateful to find your channel. English is not my first language, and your gift of communication are truly being used for God’s glory. Can’t wait to catch up in your content. May God keep blessing and using you my brother!
I love the gospel of John,, and guess St. John is my top list of all the saints. God bls us all,, 😍😇🙏
John is a Fisher of men.
Thank's Brandon. x
Over quite a few decades my wife and I have heard so many messages, including points about Biblical backgrounds that we might be tempted to think that we have already learned them all, but you always surprise us by pointing out something we had not heard before. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us all! It really helps to make well-rounded appreciation of the truths which are taught.
Love this teaching. Thank you.
Thank you for teaching about John the apostle. 🙏❤️
Awesome, Brandon!
I came across this channel by accident yesterday what amazing teaching very deep in the way I have never heard it before. Am so blessed thank you so much my dear brother in chirst. Is going to be my every day learning channel. God bless you abundantly
I love when accidents like that happen! I'm so glad it's blessing you!
Thank you 🙏❤
I absolutely love what you teach. It’s like going into a Seminar.
Your commentary I believe is true and makes so much sense.
I enjoy listening to you, is uplifting, refreshing and so much to chew on!
Thank you and keep up!
Thank you! I'm so glad you're learning from it.
And now I check to see what I may have missed from you Brandon. You have taught me so much. God Bless. Elaine
And…not everyone viewing your presentation was confused when you were talking about the possibility that Jesus and the Apostle John may very well have been cousins. I’m sorry some were, but I don’t think it resulted from any lack in the thoroughness of your presentation.
Thanks again.
Good job!
thanks brother it's so helpful. thanks for this video
I'm happy to hear you bring out some things about an episode that I missed or didn't no KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. Thank you and God Bless all your good work.
Thanks!
Wow. I read the gospel of John so many times. Your video gave me so much insight.
thank you so much ❤️
Wonderful insights! God bless you for taking time to research & do these videos. Scripture is filled with hidden gems! "Seek & you shall find."
Thank you.
Very good video. Thank you. I think we may often under estimate the talents and qualities of those first Apostles. Very interesting video. 👌 I've heard more than one biblical Greek instructor say John's is not the most elevated Greek, but it's the best at communicating its message and that's what's important. Your video possibly tied a couple of pieces of information together. Thanks again.
I sure do recognize the rage element of this and even more so as I am now many years into this life "thing" and with those years God, through Yeshua, has brought me to a place I would not have recognized or accepted in those earlier rageful years of my life. Love is good, good is love. God is that author.
Oh my God this was so very beautiful. Blessings to you Br. Brandon and yes in Him we are all new creations. Holy Spirit: the person in the Holy Trinity, the one with infinite wisdom has certainly imparted His wisdom to you. I pray that may many of us get such deep insights of Bible not to puff up our knowledge but to grow closer to God.
Amen🙏
Thank you so much, Madhurima. I pray that it does help you grow closer to God :-)
@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry Amen🙏
GOD✝️ bless you Sir❤
Really interesting, thank you for putting this together so well!
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This is my first time watching, I really enjoyed and understood everything said. It was great to get that extra knowledge. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
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Enjoyed listening to you. Your gift of being able to teach is a blessing to all of us ty
thanks brother
Such wonderful insights! Thank you!!
Thanks, awsome as usual
Thank you, Brandon, as I love how you give us so much awesome information about the apostles. I love thinking that John is Jesus’ cousin. That surely says so much about his relationship with Jesus!! ❤️
Thanks Brandon. Regarding John (and James) as Jesus' First Cousins, you forgot to mention Matt. 27:55-56. 55 "Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for His needs. 56 Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee's sons." This also falls right in line with Mark and John's gospels regarding the women at the cross, and readily suggests John and James well could have been Jesus' first cousins. This idea was added to a wonderful Biblical Novel - Patmos, by David Stoeckl, where Apostle John on Patmos is talking with the new church he'd started on Patmos. He talked about Uncle Yosef, the carpenter, and knowing Jesus while they were growing up. The novel covers a bunch of miracles John performed on Patmos, plus the account of John in Rome before Domitian Caesar, being poisoned, (did not die) and boiled in oil, (did not cook). Check out the book if you want to know more. Fun reading.
Directing our Hearts & Mind's into the Love of Christ Jesus yet again Brandon, you are a true blessing mate! These videos inject a lot of hope into my day's, and impact my thoughts and prayers in such a wonderful way.
Thank you and God bless ya!
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I'm so glad! Thank you, Sheridan!
John the Baptist might have been Jesus' cousin
Things we should have learned in Sunday school but didn't. Good stuff.
And it's never too late!
every time Jesus says the words "I am" he is telling us who he is
Rosemary ... for your inspection... Isaiah, chapter 7, verse 14, and Isaiah, chapter 9, verse 6... our Messiah. Peace
Love the Gospel of John
John the Baptist is Jesus cousin not John the apostle. . Elizabeth (John the baptist's mother) is cousin to Mary.
Hi, H A.
By saying that John the Apostle could have been Jesus’ cousin according to scripture (i.e. the references I mention in the video), I wasn’t at all suggesting that John the Baptist wasn’t.
It’s very likely that Jesus had many cousins 🙂
@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry seems like you were completely confused and now won’t admit your error? Or was this clickbait? John the Baptist is Jesus cousin, not john the apostle. Two separate people.
@@MarinaGarrison Hi, Marina. There's no confusion. One of the points in the video is that there are scriptures that suggest that John the Apostle and Jesus could have been cousins. That's what the thumbnail is highlighting. But that is not intended to suggest that Jesus wasn't also related to John the Baptist.
@@MarinaGarrison did you watch the video? I'm pretty sure he's not confused that John the Baptist was his cousin. That's not what this video was about. It was more about John. Yes the thumbnail was a bit of click bait cause who ever heard the apostle was a cousin also? But the info shared is intriguing and could be the case.
The Apostle John is brother to James - Their father is identified in Scripture as Zebedee. John the Baptist is son of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and identified as Jesus' cousin. When you state that the Apostle John could have been Jesus' cousin, you are simply speculating. I rely on Scripture for authoritative statements - not man's speculation or wishful thinking.
☑ good insights thank you ❗
Apostle John is my favorite Bible writer ; God bless All who hear ✝️ 🙏
Love your explanations, they bring so much clarity to incidental phrases, often overlooked or confusing! Thank you!😊💖
That's great! I'm so glad that they're helpful!
One thing though, I have always thought that John and James were brothers. So thank you for sharing such profound findings, God bless you.
Holy Spirit Wisdom and Knowledge.
Well, Brandon, you hit the nail right on my head!!! I feel like John had a very loving and giving spirit! GOOD WORK!!! KEEP IT UP!!!
Thank you, Kathy!
Thanks for the word.. It has helped me as I am just starting to teach the Gospel of John in our church! Bless you!
“The Word” may be a nod to Greek Stoic thought, but more certain is the this reference in the OT. The Word of the LORD is used to describe the visible Yahweh, who is the pre-incarnate Christ in the OT. John knew his OT.
Thank you
This was surprisingly interesting. Excellent, and edifying.
May the Lord Bless Israel!
I love your explanations and teachings. You seemed to really dive into scripture. Thank you so much for your ministry🙏
First seek our father in heaven and his justice and everything will be added godbless everyone amen
Thank you, I have been learning so much from you. Straightening out my confusion❤
Great video 🎉
I truly appreciate your videos. I love how you connect the emotional parts of the Gospels with the historical facts. Makes the Scriptures come more alive!
I shouldn’t had stated an earlier note and listen before I made a comment, I pray God forgive me, but I praise GOD through JESUS CHRIST for the wisdom that He has given you. I want to Hunger more for God.
Thank you and may God Bless You, Your family, and the staff of the Chosen Productions.
No hard feelings :-)
Loved this, Brandon!/Brother Robbins! So appreciate your preparation and your great spirit and making of this video, so grateful for your research and study! Really felt the spirit!
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Thank you for the explanations and clarifying of the history of the time and how it impacts our understanding of the Bible and the lessons within. I do find it interesting that most people seem to relegate Mary as only having one sister, Elizabeth, and Jesus having only one cousin--John the Baptist. It's interesting to find that St. John and St. James could both be cousins of Jesus. It would certainly explain the close connection between them.