3. Four Men By The Name of James in the New Testament 1. James, the son of Zebedee and brother of John, one of the twelve apostles (Matt. 4:21, 10:2). 2. James, the son of Alphaeus, one of the twelve apostles (Matt. 10:3). 3. James, the father of Judas (Luke 6:16). 4. James, the brother of the Lord.

4. Before the Resurrection 1. James was one of the Lord’s brothers Mark 6:3; Matt. 13:55-56 2. James did not believe in Jesus John 7:5; Mark 3:21

5. After the Resurrection 1. James saw the resurrected Lord 1 Cor. 15:3-8 2. He was in the company of the disciples after the Lord’s ascension Acts 1:13-14

6. After the Resurrection 3. James is strongly connected with the church in Jerusalem Acts 12:17 Acts 15:13-21 Acts 21:18 Gal. 2:9 Gal. 2:12

7. Practical Applications Destroys the false doctrine of the perpetual virginity of Mary Physical relationships provide no advantage in the Lord’s church Evidence of the power of the Lord’s resurrection Former skepticism, unbelief, or opposition can be overcome