Mark 1:20 shows James and John leaving their father to follow Jesus — background to their later request for honor in Mark 10:35.

Mark 5:37 shows James and John among the inner circle with Jesus — context for their bold request for special positions in Mark 10:35.

Mark 9:2 reveals James and John were present at the Transfiguration — evidence of their close relationship with Jesus, relevant to their request in Mark 10:35.

In Mark 14:33, James and John are among the three closest disciples with Jesus in Gethsemane, echoing their privileged but costly proximity.

In Mark 3:17, James and John are called 'sons of thunder' — their bold request for glory reflects that thunderous ambition.

In Mark 13:3, James and John are part of the private group asking about the end — another instance of their privileged access to Jesus.

In Matthew 20:20-28, the same request comes from their mother, revealing the family's ambition and Jesus' teaching on servant leadership.

In Matthew 18:1, the disciples' question about greatness mirrors James and John's request for thrones — both reveal concern for status.