“Sons of Thunder” was the name given to James and John, the sons of Zebedee, by Jesus. He gave them this name because of their boldness and borderline rash nature. Their zeal was sometimes misplaced, but their commitment to Christ was obvious. I don’t know about you, but I would love to hear Christ say that about me. To be someone that is bold, quick to share, and have a zeal that is undeniably for Christ, is something that we all should strive to become. To be a believer that doesn’t settle for a lukewarm life is something that would make God proud. Sometimes we may mess up while living a life that is on fire for Christ. Perhaps we will be so proactive that we will forget to seek Gods will and direction. However, I believe that God would be pleased with us despite those mistakes, knowing we learn from our errors and knowing that our desires are to live out loud for and through him. I know he seeks for us boldness, not a life of blandness.
Mark 3:17 James son of Zebedee and his brother John (to them he gave the name
Boanerges, which means “sons of thunder”).
Revelation 3:16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth.
Acts 28:31 He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance!
Romans 12:11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
