Mark Driscoll Rates The Chosen for Biblical Accuracy

[@michelledutra9743]

Dallas has always stated that this is television and not the bible. He has said that what is shown is not complete biblical facts but plausible conversations that could have been said. People who have read the Word know the difference. I love the Chosen because it brings that era to life. It makes the bible come to life.

[@DelMcAlpine]

Mr. Jenkins has gone from using the word “plausible” to describe the Chosen - to now claiming they are bringing you the “authentic” Jesus. The real Jesus. He also is now claiming although not factual - the Chosen is Biblically Truthful - and even adds - with a capital “T”. Fact and truth - same - meaning of truth - “ that which is true or in accordance with fact or reality”. So the writer who originally claimed that 95% of his TV show is storytelling (fiction) - now claims that it is truthful, authentic, real,……Why? Because he knows he can. And people want to believe that 95% of the “fill-ins” and dialogue the writers create - actually happened.

[@Adarondak_Transplant]

If it wasn't for The Chosen and the Bible series, there are things in the Bible I wouldn't have understood. It taught me to follow along in the Bible, and have a better understanding.

[@meld3315]

What's the Bible series? Is it another show or tv series? I've never heard of it. I'm very interested. Please elaborate.Ty!

[@josephbach1]

Maybe you google it yourself? I always look for interpretation of the bible from movies , tv series to lectures. You should to.

[@Adarondak_Transplant]

@@meld3315 it’s a series. They also have “Book of Acts” I think it’s on History. I used them to assist with teaching a youth ministries at church.

[@brianburton515]

The bible is understood through the holy spirit. The flesh can't understand it

[@meld3315]

​@@Adarondak_Transplantthank you!

[@kevinm6510]

The point here is that the Chosen is a film series, it’s meant to have some extra content in order to make full scenes, but yet remain biblically true with the message it’s delivering. To me this is an amazing opportunity to bring people to Christ. Surprised to see Pastors knocking this down. I see a bit of Luke 9:50 that might convict some folks.

[@vito_reacts]

Underrated comment

[@sb5343]

If you watch interviews with the writer, he explains that he added conversations that may have been had, may help people understand better and make Jesus and his disciples more human. Exactly what it did for me. Among other things this show helped me understand how these people devoted their lives to Him. It has brought many people back to church.

[@nsnowman]

I am one of those people this show helped bring back, and also understand Jesus's humanity like I never did before (he was both fully God and fully man). I had head knowledge but this helped bring me heart knowledge.

[@YeshuaisYahwah]

He said 95% of these scenes weren't biblical

[@larrymay237]

Personally I love chosen it’s hard to watch without balling lol. I’m very appreciative we have a show even trying to be something about the lord and his story.

[@kathyvictoria6059]

OMG! I thought I was the only one! Like I ugly Kim Kardashians cry when I watch almost every episode. It definitely has helped me study my bible and build a relationship with Jesus Christ.

[@paulmarkhatfield775]

Dallas Jenkins has always stated that The Chosen is simply a tool to encourage people to crack open a bible and study the Truth for themselves. Not a replacement for scripture.i know it helps me.

[@jeffjurasek6656]

the Messiah was expected to wipe out the Romans and all that oppressed the Jews Jesus didn’t come to wipe out enemies on the physical earth

[@real.revJosva]

Has The Chosen changed the message of the bible at all? Have they given a false gospel? The answer is no.

[@kennethdoughty644]

We are swa.ped with garbage 24/7 ,,,The Chosen makes Us Think---

[@kennethdoughty644]

The NICODEMUS character is my Favorite of the series... He actually did interact with the Real Jesus,King of the Universe and Lord of All. The two shared conversation and Deep thoughts no Doubt. . The Chosen makes One THINK

[@churchstuff777]

Yeah, but when he bowed down before Jesus, Jesus said "you don't have to do that" MAJOR FAIL!!!!!

[@ProperTruthYT]

Here’s the thing mark. (Love you and your preaching by the way) People coming to the show by and large are aware that when you watch a tv show, liberties are taken and things are added. There is even a disclaimer at the beginning of the show encouraging people to go read the gospels for themselves and that things have been added. The creator has released several videos explaining that this is NOT meant to be a replacement or strict reenactment of scripture. This is meant to be a high production tv show about the events surrounding Jesus and his disciples. Stopping the video every thirty seconds to point out “that’s not in the Bible” “that’s not scripture” “he didn’t say that” is kind of missing the point. We all know it didn’t happen exactly that way. We know he didn’t say that in that exact spot. The point is - has the creator accomplished what he set out to do? Judging the show as a strict biblical reenactment is like me judging your sermons as a strict reciting of scripture. That’s not what you set out to do. You are commentating and speaking on the text in the way the Lord leads you to. You use illustrations and jokes to communicate your main point. You direct people back to the source material. Thats exactly what the chosen is doing. If you changed your metric for how you score this show based on that, I think you would 1) enjoy it a lot more for what it is and 2) score it much higher. God bless and keep preaching the word! Your ministry has blessed me and my wife!

[@kendallbartsch8181]

Lots of people have come to Christ and started reading their bible because of this show. It gives us a glimpse of the love of Jesus Christ that those of his day gor to experience.

[@pattichapman7296]

@@ProperTruthYT VERY WELL SAID!!

[@SD-fj2mu]

Agreed. It's entertainment at the end of the day and is there to convey a message. I feel the producers of the show were responsible with the script and took artistic interpretations that made sense. One of my friends who is not a believer also started reading the Bible after he binge-watched the show. It's all about planting seeds and raising engagement.

[@W24Mays]

Obviously, Mark has not done his homework about The Chosen. From the beginning, they have stated that the majority of the show is plausible, and when it does present the actual Bible content, it does not change it at all. I believe God has given us this series for such a time that we're living in. Very disappointed in Mark speaking of things he has not fully understood.

[@pattichapman7296]

@@W24Mays I totally agree with you!! I’m very disappointed in him. He usually does his homework, but he dropped the ball big time on this. You can’t take a snippet, dissect it & come up with a correct conclusion. I hope he reads the comments & tries again. He needs to listen to some of Dallas’s statements about what he’s trying to accomplish with the series. It’s going to take time. I would hope he’s willing to do that & possibly change his mind.

[@spiritfilled2589]

It has been an amazingly wonderful show to watch. The movie the 10 commandments with Charlton Heston was widely accepted and spoke to the souls of the lost… yet there were numerous not biblical accurate things in there too. Both are amazing productions that point people to GOD and not MAN But I do believe we must study to be approved. Still much respect for your preaching Mark. May God bless and guide us! 💞🙏💞🙏💞🙏

[@laura4love111]

I absolutely love The Chosen. It’s giving me such a better understanding of the character of Jesus. His love and kindness overwhelm me and are unmatched. Jesus and God are everything to me.

[@laura4love111]

PS. I can’t wait for season 5 to come out!

[@Ian_622]

Nicodemus clearly did become a convert at one point. There just isn’t a narration of it in the gospel. At the end of john 19 he is helping Joseph out with the burial of Jesus if he didn’t become a convert, he wouldn’t be helping Joseph with Jesus I’m surprised nobody picked it up on that.

[@nsnowman]

Yep, and at great personal risk, the Sanhedrin, of which he was a part of, literally just set Jesus up for crucifixion. For Nicodemus to come out at this point was more courageous than any of the 12 who all ran away in fear and despair, this was before Jesus had been resurrected.

[@weewillywanka5904]

I really don't understand why a lot of Christians rag on The Chosen. I know the Bible well, am a skeptic by nature and I'll give it a 9 out of 10.

[@bcb8524]

I agree with you. I think it’s a religious spirit that wants to come against it. I believe God is using it as a type of revival

[@vito_reacts]

Because they're judgmental and lack scriptural understanding

[@crikey6979]

There is a good reason why The Chosen came out when it did. God has used that show to make many new Believers and to provoke thought towards Christ. God’s revealing many things about Himself in these times

[@dr.sandramarstondscptfaaom3993]

Creative freedom for the intent of bringing my people to the Lord- is righteous- God knows this

[@OurGodIsAnAwesomeGod-t1r]

It doesn't matter if Driscoll is rating in this video ''Driscoll is just doing a show/it's showtime for the pastor to make money'' because we know WITH ALL SOLID CONCRETE CERTAINTY the bible is for certain not true and know with all certainty god and jesus did not know what they were talking about, as will be shown and proven in the video I am including in this.'' I was an Independent Fundamental Baptist Pastor ''KJV only'' for 11 years ''and in an Independent Fundamental Baptist KJV only church all my life before going to a Baptist College to become a Pastor'' and realized for solid fact that not just the KJV but all Bibles had endless contradictions ''yes fact they all do'', were scientifically and factually wrong with things we know to be facts scientifically, and realized for solid fact that God was pure evil and that nothing works in the Bible ''like prayer or Gods promises'' and that God is the cause of all evil and a liar. I am now free and free of evil, lies, slav*ry, the worst of damaging in every way teaching ''the Bible, God, etc''. And this was the final video after knowing for fact everything I just said that broke the camels back and set me free. The Lord Who Lies here on KZbin ON AronRa channel and there is no disputing it whatsoever! And any of what I just said because all of it is solid fact! And btw, the bible is very clear there are to be no pastors, pastors know this very well but do it anyway because all they have to do is show up about 3 hours a week and read words out of a book to make big bank with tithes ''a book you can read yourself''. And ''pastors'' know very well there is not to be any tithes, that was Levitical law and only for the Levites and god made it clear when they were gone it was to end and be no more ever again, and it was very clear it was only to be 10% of the first fruits of a persons grain, fruits, vegetables, etc, to be brought into the storehouses for grain, fruits, vegetables, etc, and that there was never under any circumstances for money to be given ''jesus even made that clear much later also when he was with his disciples and told them to go into all the world and preach the gospel and told them to take no money and absolutely nothing for doing so'' yes so called ''pastors'' know all of this very well but are eager to take your money so they can buy new nice vehicles, have their homes paid for, have and eat the best food in their homes ''and eat out at the best places all the time too'' take lavish expensive trips, buy boats, motorcycles, side by side atvs, jewelry, have their bills and insurance paid, etc, and you're just showing up for showtime and the show with the con men handing a large sum of your money over to hear a man read the exact same words you can read yourself, they are con men and know exactly what they are doing ''and yes I can provide a video if you ask and want it showing for fact that everything I said is EXACTLY what the bible says''. And if a single mom working hard to take care of her kids shows up to the pastors office needing help, even 20 dollars for gas for the week to get her back and forth to work because after she paid all the bills she didn't have it, lord have mercy she won't be given a single cent because it takes away from the ''pastors'' money for all the previously mentioned things they spend your money on! I also strongly suggest you go here on KZbin and type in Will you be left behind ''it's on AronRa channel too' and you will see how ''pastors/churches/the high ups in churches/church boards'' are severely twisting things they know isn't so for the only soul purpose to get money.

[@kennethdittmar3836]

“Jesus said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM.” John‬ ‭8‬:‭58‬

[@kristiehoff6312]

AMEN

[@Jacksonoaks8]

The Chosen isn’t the Bible. It’s a “fleshed out” story of Jesus. I have LOVED IT. Since I’m a millennial and prefer story telling and screen presentations… this helped me a TON. I have read more of my Bible in 6mo after this show rhan I had in 10 years. Sad I know. But this made Jesus feel real to me and his disciples. It’s not meant to replace Gods word but to enrich it.

[@docabrahammd]

Dallas Jenkins has stated on many occasions that his primary goal in making the show is to encourage people to read the Bible. The show is not a replacement for the Word, but a means to inspire people to learn more about God. I believe that Mr. Jenkins has succeeded in this goal, praise be to God. I have been a Christian for decades and read the Bible many times, yet every episode of the show that I watch fills me with passion and curiosity, a drive to open up the Scriptures once more so I can read about the scenes that have just been depicted.

[@nashfordtx]

I see it as Christian art or artistry. Its more like Christian entertainment. It gave me hope during the plandemic to watch something about Jesus in a difficult time. I look forward to the new season.

[@richarddey1948]

You know we do have scripture!!! That has Jesus from cover to cover

[@adamfreeman5609]

Even though there is no evidence that they talked about certain things, there also is no evidence that they didn't.

[@Tico_Mike]

I think the chosen definitely adds sensation to grasp the audience as we are visual creatures. I think it's a good evangelistic approach but yes ultimately the Bible is final authority.

[@KevinAdams-v9s]

Uhh- this show said the show is NOT going by completely accurate bible verses. So it is NOT something to be used for biblical teaching- it is entertainment…

[@danrobbins841]

That’s what most churches have become is entertainment.

[@OurGodIsAnAwesomeGod-t1r]

That's right, another it's showtime take your money ''pastor/con man''. Bast*rds!

[@KevinAdams-v9s]

Well if that is what you have found- I pray you can move somewhere where that is not the case- I know my church isn’t-

[@user-rv1nu3jl1s]

It’s a great show, just remember it’s entertainment. Get your doctrine from the Bible and then enjoy the show just as you enjoy watching The Passion Of The Christ or any other biblically based entertainment.

[@chris7280]

BIG difference between the Chosen and Passion of the Christ. The Bible isn't some story that you should make "entertaining". It is the perfect word of God and there are numerous verses that we should not do this.

[@user-rv1nu3jl1s]

@ what is the big difference between the chosen and the passion? Bottom line is the chosen is getting people who are not believers interested in the story of Jesus and it’s brining some people closer to God which I’m sure God wants. If you want to say that the chosen is bad because they add some creative context to the overall story then you could say the same thing about most messages pastors give in church, most pastors mentions a few Bible verses and then talk for 40 minutes using language not in the Bible, so is that wrong or is that ok?

[@SD-fj2mu]

Can we get a biblical accuracy rating for both of the Dreamworks movies? Joseph King of Dreams and Prince of Egypt

[@deadreckoningoutdoors]

Guaranteed all these people who will be hating on the chosen will also watch rated R horrible movies but wont watch the chosen because of small inaccuracies. 😂

[@Soldier-of-God378]

That’s not true. The chosen is not biblical. It’s leading people astray

[@deadreckoningoutdoors]

⁠​⁠@@Soldier-of-God378leading them astray haha, the chosen has introduced more people to the gospel than anything in the last few years. Quit being so uptight. Do you realize that Christianity was passed down by word of mouth for literally thousands of years. It didn’t have to be told perfectly as long as the listener understood. Why are you attacking something that is bringing people to Christ who would never other wise had an interest in the Gospel. Seems like to me you are standing in the way of people becoming believers.

[@pattichapman7296]

@@Soldier-of-God378 You’re missing the point just like Mark. This show is bringing people who aren’t Christians to Jesus. It’s not leading them away.

[@patriciacaravella3511]

​@@Soldier-of-God378Amen. Born again believers will be given discernment by the Holy Spirit and will know not to watch this blasphemy. I was and I thank God for giving me eyes to see and ears to hear. No one is testing the spirits these day's 😢

[@Mrguy-ds9lr]

Does that make the critic any less valid? Or just an excuse to disregard any warnings?

[@rhondaharris398]

It seems to me that it is really no different than a sermon. It's comentary, application, explaining for understanding, but it's not straight reading of Scripture. It isn't changing the message, it isn't denying who Jesus is or adding another Gospel. And like sermons, you need to use your own critical thinking skills to pay attention and not accept what you are told without holding it up to see if it lines up with Scripture.

[@blankenmom]

This is pulling so many people into the word, making it more real to them. The creators aren't going against anything in the bible, they aren't adding anything to the actual Word. It's just like using "The Message" bible. It's a useful tool along with the standard bible.

[@ShockedSquirrelhere]

I’ve never watched it but I don’t have a problem with it. I almost never watch movies. I also want to be a bit better in my knowledge of scripture before I watch something about scripture. I’m a relatively new believer. Grateful that there’s media about Jesus instead of just pleasure centered media. Not saying I have a problem with regular media either

[@nsnowman]

I highly recommend you check it out, it is the most well done Biblical based production ever. And you don't even have to be a believer to enjoy it. On the app there is also a discussion of each episode with 3 consultants to the show where they discuss plausibility, historicity and some doctrine, etc. They are an Evangelical seminary professor, a Catholic priest, and a Messianic Jewish Rabbi (Messianic Jews are Jews who are followers of Yeshua, the Messiah aka Jesus, the Christ). Also go back and read the stories in the Gospels! This show really brought them to life for me like nothing ever has, and I've been reading the Bible off and on my whole life! The show had me going back and rereading the Gospels and cracking open so much more of scripture.

[@RandallWilliams-js3ht]

People… please take 5 mins and research Mark Driscoll.. Then decide if he’s someone you should be listening to

[@nsnowman]

^^ thank you

[@endtimesarehere1322]

No way. 3 or 4 out of 10 That scene is supposed to intrigue the watcher to open their bible and read it. I would give that scene a 9/10 because although it isnt word for word it does help those who dont understand more understanding.

[@antdovely]

More of these please!!!! ❤❤❤

[@sonnyh9774]

Let's see if Mark addresses Daystar.... all his buddies over there.

[@jmclaughlin3728]

I hope he does. He needs to address this matter.

[@J.c.Arkisthelifeboatcovering]

Yes indeed mark address darkstar. Oops meant Daystar

[@ericstites9470]

There's no way any of us can fully know(yet anyway) how that whole conversation went. But as short as the Bible is on that conversation, it's not that much of a step to think that the Bible focuses on the important parts and nothing else. What little I've watched of The Chosen has shown what could've been the more personal characteristics of Jesus's day-to-day - we obviously can't prove it, but we can't exactly call it heretical either. In their depiction of the lame man at the pool of Bethesda, this more intimate personal portrayal actually drives more deeply the power and love that Christ has for us - not gonna lie, I ugly cried the first time I saw it.

[@alexmunro8231]

They make it better. They preach the gospel.

[@JA-zh5xi]

I don’t have a problem with the show. The only issue I have is I watched the first few episodes and found it kinda boring. I might try to watch a few more to give it more of a chance.

[@nsnowman]

It sounds like you are completely misunderstanding The Chosen as a medium. The creators of The Chosen state clearly and often that it is not a word for word depiction of the Gospel, they are telling stories that they believe are plausible and authentic to overall message of the Bible in a television series. Most of the content is not actually in the Bible, as they are creating backstories and scenarios that are "behind the scenes", to tell a TV show style narrative. They specifically say that these scenes are extra content and are NOT word for word Biblical, but (again), plausible and true to the overall message. They are not doing exact reenactments of text only versions of Gospel stories. They tell you to go back and read the Gospel, this is not to replace it, only supplement it. Re: Nicodemus, we know Nicodemus later publicly supported Christ by asking Pilot for the body and paying for the spices, given that Jesus was condemned by the Sanhedrin (of which he was a part), this was a very bold move, we also know that Nicodemus believed Jesus was from God (John 3:20), so this scene is very plausible and holds true to the overall message of salvation. At this point in Jesus mission the Kingdom of God was not earthly as the Jews and religious leaders of the time were expecting, so for Jesus to clarify this also makes sense. Do we know exactly what was said at this meeting beyond the direct quotes from John? No, obviously not. John stated that Jesus did and said so many things that were not recorded, that is what the creators of the show are trying to create in order to bring the Gospel to life. I believe they have done this very successfully in a way that no other show or movie has done previously. God bless them for that!

[@bobpiec]

Dallas also stated that the Jesus of the Bible and the Mormon Jesus are the same on a Glenn Beck interview. That is when This Family stopped watching it.

[@W24Mays]

NOT. Dallas addressed this in a special You Tube video and never said they were the same and I've done plenty of research as if this was true, it would have been a big mistake. He has Mormon friends but is not Mormon. Nor has he ever stated he believes in the false Mormon doctrine. This is not a replacement for the Bible & it has done a wonderful job of drawing millions of people to the Lord and closer to the Lord.

[@nsnowman]

Yeah, he actually didn't say that and did 2 or 3 follow-up interviews on this topic to further clarify that he believes there are some individual Mormons that he is friends with who have accepted the real Christ. Unlike Mormons, Dallas is 100% on board with Jesus's divinity, and all the other core tenets of orthodox Christianity. He partnered with Angel Studios for the first 2 Seasons, who were founded by Mormons but had no input into the content of the show. The Chosen has since split with Angel Studios and is backed by the Christian non-profit organization called Come and See Foundation and have formed 5&2 Studios to make even more Christian content.

[@indigo_dreamz]

Watched one episode, caught a lot of symbolism and did not like how they made Jesus try to be hip or modern to culture. Also saw many interviews with the Mormon creators and actor playing Jesus and his genuine beliefs, he is a professing catholic and decided that I should stick to my Bible and don't need to watch a show series to have an understanding of Jesus and scripture

[@producerartistjizzle4089]

Bro I love the chosen it's a great show

[@laura4love111]

Can’t wait for season 5 to come out!

[@ajribhere]

I think you should watch the round tables on the app, keep in mind that this is designed to be a tv show, which tells you at the beginning to read your bible for the accurate story, and watch the whole clip before commenting so responses dont come across as just being critical. We know it is not verbatim scripture 😅

[@RedLegPiper]

I dont care for the Chosen...but I can't wait for Passion 2. If there ever will be one. Mel Gibson has been hinting it for years now. The first movie was nothing short of amazing. Make a grown man cry.

[@lisastuckey]

favorite part where Jesus says i am the law

[@juliegirl9115]

Except Jesus never said that 😢

[@richardike2342]

Born of water also means being transformed by the word of God. The Bible speaks of the washing with the WATER of the WORD.

[@pattichapman7296]

They did talk about the bronze serpent in John 3:14. The Chosen is a multi season show. They are doing more than miracle to miracle. Dallas tells us to read the Bible to get the real stories. I will tell you that The Chosen has brought my Bible to life!! Instead of black or red words on a white page I see characters come to life. Jewish people call it Midrash. It’s using your imagination to make the Bible come alive. I didn’t always enjoy reading my Bible before. I do now. Mark, I usually agree with you, but not this time. Before you complain about a Bible project you should do more investing!! Non believers are watching this show & coming to Jesus. And not just a few!! It’s going all over the world & is being translated into hundreds of languages!! This show is a BIG DEAL!! And you tried to break it down in 11:57?? Come on Mark you’re better than that, normally anyway. You missed the point this time!! Try to understand that they’re not reading the Bible to you, they’re acting it out!! Lines have to be added to make it a show!! I don’t think you understand the impact that this show is having on the world!! Plus, they have an evangelical scholar, a Catholic priest & a Jewish rabbi read the scripts before they shoot the scenes. This show is worth more than 11:57, seriously. I wish you would have done some background on Dallas Jenkins, an evangelical who is in charge. I can tell you didn’t do your homework on this video. I forgive you. I’m respect your opinion on most things, but not on this. We’ll have to agree to disagree!! Have a wonderful week.

[@czntrm]

It's all well and good, but there will be people out there who never actually read their Bible and go solely off the TV show and build their whole theology off of the little fictional aspects. It happens all the time, even when people only listen to preachers and never actually study the Bible, they can still build their whole theology off of what so-and-so said instead of what the Bible says. Long story short... study your Bible, people! 😄

[@owenhill-vf7ko]

Mark checking anything for biblical accuracy is hilarious 😂

[@owenhill-vf7ko]

Mark, maybe start by looking at your ministry for Biblical alignment 😅

[@seanthomas8864]

The Chosen rates Mark Driscoll for accuracy!

[@BookofAnswersYT]

Next do Dave and the giant pickle

[@darjokturr]

Had a hard time to watch. I believe we should focus on scripture and not fiction.

[@darjokturr]

@ Man shall not live by bread alone but by “every word of God.” Go and learn what this means.

[@Mel-gk1wg]

"CORRECTION " IS NOT meant to be commentary

[@ashleydock]

There’s a later scene that shows Nicodemus is not repentant. Jesus even comments on it. It’s the scenes where Nic leaves a bag of money for them. This must be included in your rating of the scene in this video. I think you would agree it probably deserves higher marks. Mark please watch it!

[@chris7280]

The problem with the Chosen is that it adds to the word of God. Many verses command against this but there is not a single verse that says to "preach the Gospel with your own interpretation". For me personally, I'll stand with the word of God and not watch a production that adds to and takes away from the events that actually did take place. Reference- Revelation 22:18-19 Proverbs 30:5-6 Deuteronomy 4:2 Deuteronomy 12:32 Galatians 1:6-9 2 Timothy 3:16 Matthew 5:18 Hebrews 4:12

[@argetina8802]

I bet you are a joy to all who surround you.

[@chris7280]

@argetina8802 More than likely not to those who world rather indulge in the flesh than the actual word of God. You sarcastically insinuate that I am not a joyful person. But where your mistaken is that true joy comes from the Lord, not in a show that adds to the Bible, waves the LGBT flag proudly on set with actors proclaiming "love is love" and portraying Jesus as coarsely joking, and even makes remarks about Peter having sex at his house with his wife while one of the other disciples electing to sleep on the roof to avoid hearing them (season 3 opener)..... Yet I am the one who is not following God? This show inserts the world into the word of God. You know who else does that? The angel of the light

[@argetina8802]

@chris7280 okay buddy. Again, what a joy you must be :)

[@point2theword]

THINGS THE CHOSEN GOT WRONG BIBLICALLY: -Biblically, after Jesus feeds the multitude, He goes up to a mount to pray ALONE. (Matthew 14:23, Mark 6:46, John 6:15) The Chosen has "jesus" invite Shmuel to pray with him (Season 3, episode 8, 1:02:11 in) -Biblically, the blind man in John 9 is healed by his faith in Jesus Christ, going to the pool of Siloam. (John 9:7) The Chosen has "big james" bring a bucket of water to assist in the healing of the blind man. The Chosen also cuts out very important verses towards the end of John 9, including the blind man worshiping "jesus." (Season 4, episode 3) -Biblically, Simon Peter and Andrew live in the same home. (Mark 1:29) The Chosen has them living in separate places. (Season 3, episode 1, 32:21 in) -Biblically, when the paralytic is healed, only men transporting him are mentioned. Jesus said when He "saw their faith," then He healed him. (Luke 5: 18-25) The Chosen has "mary magdalene" help another woman get these men and the paralytic to "jesus." The women's faith is then commended. (Season 1, episode 6, 38:35 in) -Biblically, when Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him, Matthew is sitting. He then stands up to follow Jesus. (Matthew 9: 9-13) The Chosen has "matthew" standing during this. (Season 1, episode 7, 33:01 in) -Biblically, Simon Peter besought Jesus to heal his mother in law. (Luke 4: 38-40, Mark 1: 29-34) The Chosen has them not ask "jesus" for help. In fact, "andrew" suggests getting a doctor. (Season 1, episode 8, 27:43 in)

[@elizabethmims568]

The Chosen never claimed to be strictly word for word from scripture. It is meant to make people want to dig into their Bible…and technology from Bible Apps indicate it is successful. I bet you had a blast with Season 4 / Episode 3. The Chosen is drawing thousands into relationship with Jesus and more than that into a deeper abiding.

[@10thmountainsoldier90]

❤😊

[@petrosorr]

Compared to which gospel?

[@dda1834]

If you continue watching in the series you'll see Nicodemus did not repent for he did not follow Jesus when he called to he stayed behind. Leaving it just like you said up in the air.

[@Bobbythediscipleofficial]

How many people here stop watching the chosen show?

[@christinam673]

Never watched....

[@deadreckoningoutdoors]

Hopefully none.

[@pattichapman7296]

@@Bobbythediscipleofficial Not me!! I can’t wait to see Holy Week in theaters in April!! Then, I will see Jesus on the cross in 2026 & His resurrection in 2027, God willing I’m still alive. I LOVE the show!! As I’ve said before it has brought my Bible alive!! I don’t look to the show for accuracy, I read my Bible.

[@bobcatts1174]

I’ve never watched it

[@JA-zh5xi]

I have. Just found it kinda boring

[@Mrguy-ds9lr]

Ok, but what about uza? You no the guy who reached out to steady the arc, and was struck down for it? Is there nothing sacred? Is there nothing you should not be taking artistic creativity with? To add nothing to or take away from? Shouldn't it he thd word? There are somethings you touch at your own peril, regardless of your intentions. Those things we generally think of as sacred. The fear of the Lord is the beggining of wisdom. You should not feel free to change the word. GOD wrote it the way he wanted it, he left out things and put in others. The whole focus is on Jesus, but this is focused on the people around him. Making up timelines, connecting people that were not connected. Its game of thrones, with a little bible thrown in.

[@ryanhart3159]

Mark Driscoll should check himself and his teachings first!!! Not that I am for the chosen but the Bible as ultimate authority.🙏❤️.

[@cousinbryan3007]

The Chosen is not the Bible, and it's not intended to add to or change the Bible. It's fictional speculation based on the Bible, which is exactly what Pastor Mark does every Sunday and in all of his books. Every Bible teacher does because they have to. If it doesn't directly contradict the Bible, you have no complaints. It's the only Bible media trying to portray Jesus and the disciples accurately and people jump on it like they've made Peter queer because it isn't a word for word representation of the Bible. When Pastor Mark preaches by ONLY reading the Bible and saying NOTHING else, you can criticize the Chosen.

[@rogercaldwell2440]

Well said! Thank you! Lots of modern day Pharisees on KZbin these days

[@richardhartley-hj5ef]

Dallas, at the start of the Chosen, states that the chosen is not the bible and to read the bible... then what is it? Think of it like a sermon... a sermon is where men (by authority) take Gods words, doctrines, and themes and put them in their own words in order to change the hearts of men.

[@HoraktyHeru]

It is amazing how the immortal true Sons of God, the twice born, have already returned, to take over Creation as soon as the 6000 year lease to the mortal and perishable advanced apes ends at the end of December. 😮 The skies are completely filled with spaceships, they are already in all countries and continents, their landing on earth is also imminent.😳😲We don't know what they would have planned to do with the once born Christians.

[@alexandertrifonov8188]

I haven't watched a single movie about Christ which is accurate and not in some ways misleading. Probably because people at western culture struggle to represent Jewish and Roman culture. I think the Passion of the Christ is closest to the original though.

[@ronplumley7765]

Definitely not biblical. Stopped watching it in season 2or3. Bad

[@chadroberts6851]

Dude it isn’t word for word. Dallas Jenkins admits that. However it does stay really close to the original meaning

[@eli-bt4he]

But there is evidence that Nicodemus became a believer- he defended Jesus at His trials and helped prepare His body for burial. The writers of the Chosen have never pretended that the show wasn't more of a commentary than a strict reenactment of only what is recorded in the Bible. Obviously there are going to be significant creative liberties taken.

[@madetofitout]

Sounds like he's saying here that you need to be baptized with water in order to be saved, and that's not true. True baptism is by the Holy Spirit, it is He who cleanses us. Jesus asks us to be baptized and we do out of obedience and as a symbol of our commitment to Him, but water baptism is not necessary for salvation. Jesus paid that price.

[@Gen_4927]

It ropes you in...wait till you see Rema's experience in the marketplace.

[@johantenhartog6399]

one big deception🎉

[@jeramefisk307]

I don’t understand why you people try so hard to break down a show that is literally touching hundreds of millions of people and have led many many people to actually start reading the Bible that never would have before. The creators of this show have flat out said this is a dramatized depiction of the life of Christ, that is not 100% biblical. So why do you people continue to try to break down a show, that is turning people to Christ? Absolutely infuriates me but I guess I shouldn’t be surprised by all you holier than thou “Christians”.

[@HappyHollow94]

The chosen isn’t biblical, it doesn’t follow the Bible chronologically, but IMHO it’s the best show on tv you can watch with your family. Dallas Jenkins says this isn’t to replace your studies or your church. I like it but I know my bible enough to know it’s not biblical.

[@jamiechippett1566]

Hi Mark 👍 Jesus said to many people the term quote come forth or go forward referring to time 🤔 past present future tenths. CHRIST is past present future tenths the sap in the tree 🌳 of life going up and down the bible like a flamming 🔥 fire and burning torch going up and down Jacob ladder past present future tenths. So in essence like you said the FULL kingdom of YAHWEH is future tenths as we have part here now! On earth. So when he said to the man with the withered hand come forth he was bringing him into future tenths CHRIST JESUS his spirit thus being in the presence of the kingdom with the King himself CHRIST JESUS 👍 so he is healed. The opposite is like Elijah when he said to the other prophet DON'T go backwards 🤔 he did and a lion devoured him 🤔 also the snake on the pole is CHRIST (not literally metaphorically analogy)as they wanted to go BACKWARDS! 🤔 You get the picture now Mark Driscoll 👍 CHRIST is past present future tenths. Remember the fourth person in Daniel firey furnace 🤔 the fire 🔥 of YAHWEH spirit on them 😂😂😂👍 not the literal fire but holy spirit fire 🔥. The burning bush the seed DNA blood of Jacob on fire 🔥 for CHRIST JESUS the family tree of JACOB now with CHRIST spirit in them notibly the white European intermingled blood DNA seed of Jacob caucasians that have colonised the earth and filled it with fruit Christianity and filled the earth like the grains of sand on the seashore and the stars in heaven and compiled a King James Bible and took it to the four corners of the globe and established some of the most liveable prosperous nations on earth the only race of people on the planet that have fullfilled all the inherent Covenant birthright promises in jacob-israel and his sons regarding Jacob sheep nations and Covenants we have individually in CHRIST JESUS so a nation that has a DNA blood of Jacob in them and filled with the spirit of CHRIST ( saved Christians in Jacob nations) like seed collected into (silos 🌾 nations) and placed into vases 🏺🏺🏺🏺 churches 🌾 ground to make flour and mixed with living Waters ⛲ and anointing 🫒 oil and kneaded to make dough and placed into the 🔥 fire (tests/ trials) in the oven (atmosphere/ earth) to make multigrain bread ( saved seed DNA blood of Jacob and saved mixed raced seed DNA blood covenented in saved Christians adopted grafted into CHRIST JESUS represented by JOSEPH coat of many colours many races) for YAHWEH to eat and accept and consume a sweet smelling savour 👍🤠🇦🇺🌿🐨🌳 Loves eating 🌿 leaves from the tree 🌳 of life 😂👍 leaves 🌿 are for the healing of the NATIONS and leaves 🌿 are saved Christians connected to the vine branch tree 🌳 of life CHRIST JESUS being the life force in the tree the sap in the tree going up and down the bible like a flamming 🔥 fire and burning torch in the burning bush on the blood DNA seed of Jacob. Take it easy Mark 👍 YAHWEH and his son JESUS the CHRIST bless you.

[@dennistaylor9982]

I love how all these pastors and hardcore Bible thumpers want to go out and make videos telling about how the Chosen is not Biblically accurate this is the 3rd video I've seen on this in 2 days. when the creator clearly tells people that this series is not a Biblical Reenactment of the Bible and they want to judge and rate the Chosen because it doesn't line up 100 percent If you tried to make a good series based on only what the Bible said it would have huge gaps between events and very short dialogue you literally have to ask the Holy Spirit to give insight when you read because of all the parables and what is the exact meaning I honestly don't think we will ever agree completely on the meanings of everything in the Bible at least until we get to heaven. It just frustrates me to see these people up on there throne of judgment because they have all this Biblical knowledge, but thats just my opinion.

[@Farehaven]

Of course were born physically, why would you say that? It’s talking about Baptism.

[@bcb8524]

The creators never claimed they were making a series on the Bible but inspired by the Bible and the characters and how their lives could have played out. Seems strange that you’re reviewing it through a lens it was never intended for. Millions of people have been inspired to read their Bibles and find Jesus because of the series. This is a very religious review and maybe you’ve missed the point of the show.

[@Holycow723]

Driscoll himself is a heretic.. He should be repenting, not rating.

[@JA-zh5xi]

How so in recent times?

[@jingles009]

3/10? Really? You admit yourself they probably had a very long conversation and talked about many things. After watching this scene, it is all flows with the main idea of what is actually in the Bible. It's not meant to teach but to open people to a larger view. Every past Biblical movie or TV show is the exact same thing (with the exception of The Visual Bible: Matthew). Take it for what it is. A really good TV show. If it inspires others to seek God and to read the Bible then that's totally AWESOME and THAT should be supported. Don't trash it. Giving it a 3/10 is trashing it.

[@nelsonodell209]

The reality of the kingdom of heaven is The Holy Spirit and being born again makes us part of the kingdom of which Jesus is the first Man to have this Spirit as His life’s power and it was given to Him at conception in the womb (His fathers contribution to His being) and also why He is the baptizer of the Holy Spirit it’s His part in our birth and why the man the son offered is called our everlasting father in Isaiah 9:6 and the counselor and the son (father son Holy Spirit) in the great commission given to the Apostles which they passed this on to us in the relay through their teachings in which the foundation of the kingdom is laid (hence no other gospel is excepted except which they taught and as shown in acts of the apostles, ) the Kingdom is the Spirit of truth,and the peoples He fills through His finished works on the Cross through Jesus Christ His image,His temple ,His body offered,now we are that body by the infilling of His spirit which only talks in line with the Apostles doctrine as it’s written, one witness of one savior.

[@calihorton2487]

Jesus was wrapped in swaddling clothes the same type of clothes lambs are wrapped in preserved for sacrifice as well as being laid in a manger Women did not study the scriptures like men did Even though they lived under Roman rule the Jews lived separately from the Romans Not all Romans are inherently evil (Guais) Jesus' relationship with Mary Jesus with the children Celebration of Purim Celebration of Passover Giving gifts Mary spilling the perfume and letting down her hair The folded cloth in the grave (the master is coming back) John the Baptist and his life beginning from when his mother was carrying him (he leapt for joy) I think there are many things the chosen does right but it isn’t perfect. I think watching the chosen while going a gospel study would be a good excercise in how media/ art portrays and illustrates the biblical text.

[@madetofitout]

The Chosen is inaccurate. It is NOT to be used for biblical understanding. It is a TV show. You must have a personal relationship with Jesus-the real Jesus, not a demon god, not a fake jesus conjured up by the enemy. Satan knows Scripture too and he comes looking as much like God as he can. You need the Holy Spirit's discernment, which you don't have if you think The Chosen is biblically accurate. It is the Holy Spirit who interprets the Bible for you, only He can. Get study Bibles, read commentaries, but check your sources. Go to church, ask questions. And always take everything to God-He is the Authority.

[@rebekahlaflin3565]

Ok so did he actually watch it? Or just cut scenes and secondary opinions already spread around the internet? Wicked the title is named such because a talented witch has her good name smeared. It’s the label placed a upon her. If the measure we are using is now is magic and fairy tales are evil, then just about every Disney movie is evil. Oz is evil. Narnia is evil. I’m sorry I’m not going to jump on that train. If people don’t have the discernment to understand underlying truths and threaded throughout make believe stories then we really are not wise as serpents but innocent as doves. If I had a young granddaughter I wouldn’t take her to see this either but if I had a teen. I’d discuss the movies with them but I’d probably take them to see it. This is the kind of thing that has Christian choirs singing Madonna’s Like a Prayer and not understanding the problem.

[@christinam673]

I am looking forward to all the comments that follow.

[@garymurch]

Pastor Mark, I usually like your commentary and exposition, but this? What's the point of this? Have you run out of ideas?

[@x21blaze21x]

Thank you sir.

[@robertsice6704]

I can't watch the Chosen, for me, giving commentary on the Disciples is one thing, but putting words in Jesus mouth that he never said is something I can't take, God put the words He wanted Jesus to say to us in the Bible and then we are warned in Revelation 22:18-19 [18] I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book, [19] and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away his share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book. The show lost me in Season 1 with the conversation between Jesus and John the Baptist.

[@real.revJosva]

Yeah, because Jesus only ever said the words that are written in the Bible. 😂 And the warning in Revelation is attributed only to the prophecy of the book of Revelation. Just so you know. If it was attributed to the entire Bible, EVERY sermon a preacher spoke would be a violation.

[@deadreckoningoutdoors]

@@real.revJosvaexactly

[@pattichapman7296]

@@real.revJosva AMEN!! When I saw that comment I was going to respond until I read yours. Then, I didn’t need to!! Very well said!! Thank you!!

[@texasswade8453]

Are you contending the the only words that Jesus ever spoke were written in the Bible? Jesus never said, “John, look at that cat.” Or, “I’m going to the bathroom. Be right back.” in His day to day life? You’ll notice that the apostles also recorded Jesus saying one things slightly different from each one’s accounts.

[@cariboo-mama7619]

I Agree with you Robert. In these times we need to be very careful what we are filling our minds with. There are too many luke warm Christians. It can be detrimental to anyone who watches this, and replaces any show or entertainment, for the bible. The world is trying too hard to change the word of God. We need to preserve that. Biblical truth.

[@StressFreewithEdMallory]

It is a TV SHOW to bring alive the characters. Dallas says all the time, it is not a Bible. Get over yourself already. It has brought many people to the Bible to read the actual accounts.

[@RichieSama119]

It is not biblically accurate, which is why myself I don’t watch it

[@LetsBHonest]

i bet you're fun at parties

[@rodneybell3201]

The people who did this movie, are mormons and Catholics who put this together.

[@KarenatTaPs]

It is difficult to discern the true gospel from what is added. Causes confusion. Reminds me of the garden “has God not indeed said?” Casting doubt on what God actually said.

[@Farehaven]

It’s a false Christ.

[@fotinijohnson7831]

I don’t need to watch a movie to convince me to follow Christ. I have my Bible !

[@Soldier-of-God378]

This show is sacrilegious

[@pattichapman7296]

@@Soldier-of-God378 In what way?

[@pattichapman7296]

@@Soldier-of-God378 If this show is, so is every sermon ever preached.

[@cariboo-mama7619]

​@@pattichapman7296 stop being Luke warm. If any pastor preaches lies, its is sin. Like this show. Not if they preach the scripture out of the Bible. Too many churches are changing the word of God to suit the offended population. Progressive Christianity. Its to drive ppl away from the Kingdom. The enemy doesnt want you in Heaven. This show is no different then a corrupt pastor. Thats the point.

[@stinkyfinn6977]

Yes I'm curious to know why also ? I would think anything in the lost world that preach the Gospel would be a good thing

[@pattichapman7296]

You’re knocking show that doesn’t go Bible verse to Bible verse, neither does ANY sermon!! ANY preacher, or anyone else who says a word that doesn’t come straight from scripture is blasphemy. Preachers always add to God’s word when preaching. That’s no different than what The Chosen does. The Bible hasn’t changed since The Chosen began.

[@nashfordtx]

I see it as Christian art or artistry. Its more like Christian entertainment. It gave me hope during the plandemic to watch something about Jesus in a difficult time. I look forward to the new season.