A Scripture-first comparison of The Chosen’s healing of the paralytic with Mark 2. We examine historical context, first-century roof construction, Jesus forgiving sins, the faith of the four friends, and how changes in the adaptation affect the theological message. Compare the television portrayal with the biblical text and decide for yourself.
In this episode of Text n Truth, we compare The Chosen Season 1 Episode 5 with the biblical account in John 2. We examine Jesus’ response to Mary, the meaning of “my hour is not yet come,” the role of faith in the miracle, and several historical details surrounding first-century Jewish wedding feasts. One small…
In Genesis 1:2, a short description is given to us of the earth before the days of creation begin. It’s described as being without form and empty with darkness and deep waters. The original word for ‘deep’ which is used in the passage means ‘abyss’ and comes from another word meaning ‘to make an uproar’….
“ And if ye will receive it, this is Elias, which was for to come.”Matthew 11:14 Jesus has been talking in the preceding verses concerning John the Baptist with some high praise of his ministry. After stating that all the law and prophets had prophesied until John, He makes a short statement that if one…
Throughout the Scripture, we find typologies of the Lord Jesus Christ. Today we will be looking at Moses and the similarities between himself and Jesus. – We find Moses cast as a type of Christ in: I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put my words…
Previously we’ve looked at the type of Elijah and John the Baptist. The final parallel on our list between them was this: both were followed by someone greater. We posed the question: If Elijah was followed by Elisha, and Elijah represents John the Baptist, would it be fair to say that Elisha is a shadow…
One of the most interesting scenes in The Chosen Season 1 Episode 3 is Jesus teaching children about justice and vengeance. But does the scene actually reflect the full teaching of Scripture? In this video we examine passages from Deuteronomy, Romans, Isaiah, and Micah to compare the show’s portrayal with what the Bible really says…
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