[s2e1] Thunder ●

Jesus and His students dine with Melech , a crippled former robber. In the morning, Jesus heals him. This storyline includes a nod to Jesus' past as a craftsman; He is shown fixing a broken cart for a Samaritan family.

The father of Ramah is introduced, illustrating the difficult choice for a father to let his daughter follow Jesus. Study & Discussion Themes Many viewers use this episode for group study to discuss:

When a group of Samaritans shows extreme hostility toward them, Big James and John ask Jesus if they should call down fire from heaven to destroy them.

Jesus strongly rebukes the brothers for their prejudice and lack of humility, reminding them that He came to save, not destroy. Following this encounter, He gives them the nickname "Sons of Thunder" (Boanerges).