The JESUS Film
The story of JESUS as told in the gospel of St. Luke. This retelling of the events of His life and teachings reflect His dramatic impact on human history. His words speak with authority, purpose, and meaning. The account of His life, death, and amazing resurrection has fascinated mankind throughout the ages. All episodes have been optimized for use on the video capable iPod.
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Political and Religious Leaders' Opposition to Jesus
Now the plot thickens. The opposition of religious and political leaders begins to move from philosophical to physical.
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Widow's Mite
Jesus confronts the attitude toward giving. Are we to give to God our Creator out of our abundance or completely? How does He give to us, His creation?
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The Authority of Jesus Challenged
Opposition was nothing new to Jesus. His response is simple and yet profound.
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Parable of the Vineyard
This is a parable rich with symbolism: the owner, the tenants, the messengers and the owner's son.
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Render to Caesar
Does government and God mix? Here God declares that we honor government. God, and all that title represents, may be a mystery, but the message of Jesus is simple.
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The Last Supper
The Last Supper may be the last supper Jesus has with His disciples, but this is not a stand-alone event. The Passover has long been a part of Israel's history. Look further for what was involved in a Passover meal.
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The Greatest in God's Kingdom
Does God hold the future? That's what a song says. Jesus not only teaches on the Kingdom but lets the disciples know what will happen to Him in the next couple of days. Foremost in this is Peter's declaration and Jesus' prophecy concerning his conduct.
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Plot to Kill Jesus
The conspiracy is now complete. What was one life worth?
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Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane
Personal struggle in submitting to God's plan has never been as graphic. Jesus too struggles with the task ahead. Yet in obedience He bears the iniquity (immorality or sin) for our disobedience and rebellion against our God and Creator.
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The Arrest
Through the obvious treachery of this nighttime raid and the opposition of the disciples, Jesus demonstrates compassion and submission.
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Peter's Denial
Peter's failings become very real. This is another opportunity for us to see that even before the event, Jesus knew Peter's heart and had compassion for him.
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Trial of Jesus
Try to draw a map of this trial. From the Sanhedrian, to Pilate, to Herod and back to Pilate, this was deception and underhandedness at its worst.
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The Crucifixion
Crucifixion was not just another execution. This was torture in a most gruesome and humiliating way. What was the sign in the top of the cross? Why did Pilate have it placed there?
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Jesus' Death
Death is always a wrenching experience. Death is in opposition to the Creator's purpose for His creation. That makes the death of Jesus, an innocent man, a death on behalf of His creation, even more profound. Even those who witnessed His death acknowledged His righteousness. What is the significance …
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The Burial
Joseph was a member of the council that condemned Jesus to death, yet he opposed the action. He comes forward to add dignity with a proper burial.
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The Resurrection
All the anguish of Friday turns to sheer joy on Sunday.
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On the Road to Emmaus
Again, as Jesus reveals Himself it is a teaching time. He allows the Scriptures to remind these two disciples who Jesus is and why He came.
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Jesus Appears to the Disciples
In the midst of anxiety and fear, the Prince of Peace brings a blessing of peace. Jesus, in gentleness, reiterates again to these eyewitnesses His purpose for coming and the completeness of His work.
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The Ascension and Great Commission
Before Jesus returns to the Father, He has a few closing remarks for His disciples. There is also a blessing and a promise. Read the related Scriptures in Biblical References for more of the promises and blessings.
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The JESUS Film
