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What Did You Think of A.D. (Episode 4)?
Episode 4 Overview: Amid great unrest in Jerusalem, Peter and John are arrested and put on trial for healing a lame man in Jesus’ name. Ananias and Sapphira face God’s judgment for lying about their contribution to the church. Bible Connections: Acts 4-5. Other Sources: There is no particular record of witness-tampering in the healing of the lame man, but…
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What Did You Think of A.D. (Episode 3)?
Episode 3 Overview: On the feast day of Pentecost, pilgrims stream into Jerusalem. Political tensions are high n this occupied country, but it’s a different disruption that gets people talking. The followers of Jesus are filled with the Holy Spirit and divinely energized. Bible Connections: Acts 2-3. Other Sources: A strong Christian tradition suggests that Pilate’s wife was named Claudia…
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What Did You Think of A.D. (Episode 2)?
Episode 2 Overview: The resurrection of Jesus changed everything—for the disciples, whose faith was shaken and stirred, and for Jesus’ enemies, who suddenly had a much greater threat to deal with. Bible Connections: Matthew 28:1-15; Luke 24:36-53; John 20:19-29; 21:1-19. Other Sources: Pilate’s ruthlessness is well attested by the historian Josephus, as well as the Zealots’ attempts to undermine Rome.…
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What Did You Think of A.D.?
Episode 1 Overview: This series will cover the early years of the Christian movement, and so it starts with the explosive events of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. For Jesus’ followers, this was not the end of the line, but a whole new beginning. Bible Connections: Matthew 27:3-5 (Judas); 27:32-53 (crucifixion); 27:57-66 (burial); 28:2-4 (resurrection); Luke 22:54-62 (Peter); 23:47 (centurion). Other…
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A.D. Miniseries Explores the Book of Acts
Most people know the Easter story of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Fewer people know what happened after that. But that’s exactly what the upcoming television series A.D., will explore by delving into the story found in the book of Acts. The 12-week series from the producers of The Bible miniseries and the film Son of God will premiere on Easter…
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Lumo Project Shares Gospel of John on Netflix
In this age of ever-changing media and shifting viewing habits, Netflix has been a pioneer in offering creative and innovative content. When folks hear the name Netflix, shows like House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black come to mind. But what if the brand also became synonymous with the Scriptures?On December 1, The Gospel of John joined the…
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