“These are the twelve he appointed: Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter, or “rock”), James son of Zebedee and his brother John (to them he gave the name Boanerges, which means “sons of thunder”), Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him.” - Mark 3:16-19
Why The Chosen Captivates Audiences?
Mud-caked sandals, the smell of fish and sweat, the whisper of secrets among friends —The Chosen, goes beyond the familiar stories. Witness miracles firsthand, feel the tension, and watch as ordinary men become swept up in an extraordinary calling.
The Chosen debuted in 2017 and very quickly became the most popular crowd-funded media program of all time. Written and directed by Dallas Jenkins, it provides an inside view of the times through the eyes of Jesus’ followers.
A Deeper Look Inside Season Two
The second season of The Chosen provides an intimate portrait of everyday life in Israel with Jesus and His disciples as he taught, ministered to lost and hurting people, and performed miracles. The disciples walked alongside Jesus each day—leaving their lives behind—to follow Him.
Each episode of The Chosen provides realistic and revealing examples of stories throughout the Bible in a fresh and exciting way for anyone to understand. Believers and nonbelievers alike will find The Chosen Season 2 to be insightful and entertaining.
Core Themes Explored in The Chosen Season 2
Season 2 of The Chosen invites viewers to witness the transformative power of Jesus' ministry. The season explores the complexities of Jesus' ministry and His effect on people's lives. What lessons did the disciples and others learn from watching Jesus? How did He demonstrate patience, forgiveness, and love? How did He model sowing seeds instead of building bridges?
"Viewers will see the disciples grapple with their own doubts and shortcomings as they strive to understand and emulate Jesus' teachings."
This season explores themes of personal growth, spiritual awakening, and the challenges of faith. Viewers will see the disciples grapple with their own doubts and shortcomings as they strive to understand and emulate Jesus' teachings. Season two of the series will take viewers on a journey from the shores of Galilee to the streets of Jerusalem, providing a fresh perspective into the message of Jesus.
Meet the Disciples: The Men Jesus Chose
The fishermen: Peter, James, and John — the fishermen that Jesus nicknames “the rock” and the “sons of thunder” — were his closest confidants. Out of all the disciples, Jesus spent the most time with these three men. The Gospel identifies them as being of great significance. Jesus had them beside Him during some of His most important moments.
Andrew was also a fisherman and Simon Peter’s brother, mostly likely younger. His name means “manly.” Philip and Nathanael walked alongside Jesus in his ministry. Matthew was a tax collector that Jesus approached at the tax collector’s booth along the Sea of Galilee in Capernaum.
Thomas, one of the twelve, was called “the Twin.” James, son of Alphaeus, was often called “Little James”. Thaddeus was one of the disciples of Jesus and witnessed His ministry and traveled with Him preaching the Gospel throughout Judea and Samaria. Simon the Zealot received his nickname “zealot” due to his political agenda and activism.
Season 2 Highlights: Miracles, Conflicts, and Growth
People from far and wide are hearing about Jesus, which is causing quite a stir among the villages. Jesus is performing miracles such as casting out demons, healing the sick and the blind—and the paralyzed are now walking. The disciples confront tensions among themselves and learn to control their tempers and impulses.
Everyone, from the disciples to the curious onlookers, is wrestling with understanding and learning from the man they believe to be the messiah.
Everyone, from the disciples to the curious onlookers, is wrestling with understanding and learning from the man they believe to be the messiah. As they witness His miracles and absorb His parables, they find their worldviews challenged and their hearts transformed.
Key Biblical Events in Season Two
Season 2 of The Chosen artfully weaves together significant biblical events and teachings, bringing them to life in a way that resonates deeply with viewers. This is a list of some of the key biblical references featured in season two, offering a glimpse into the powerful moments that shape the narrative of the series.
- The Good Samaritan
- The Passover Feast
- Jesus heals a withered hand on the Sabbath
- John the Baptist baptizes the crowds
- The Feast of Tabernacles
- The Pool of Bethesda
- The Sermon on the Mount
- Loving our enemies
TBN: Connecting Viewers Through The Chosen
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