Jesus and children: Behind the Chosen Scene

Episode 3 gets talked about as much as any other episode in the show, and it's certainly the most unique. People often mention this scene specifically, where we see Jesus become emotional while listening to a group of children give one of the most spoken prayers in history. Dallas takes you deeper into this scene, how it was filmed, what it was like working with kids, and where the ideas came from.
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[@cw3195]

Seeing the children walking in a group through the field reminded me of my childhood. We roamed the neighborhood and fields, doing as kids do. Our parents still don't know half of what we did. We were not in danger. Those were different times. This scene portrayed normal curious children and how Jesus would have interacted with them. Love it.

[@cherylrosalis1948]

My Daddy used to send us to the cow pasture across the road to pick up cow paddys for his worm farm! You knew right away if the paddy was not ready for picking up. LOL

[@erikacontreras70]

My son’s name is Joshua. When he is sad or having a bad day we remain him what JESUS SAID ABOUT HIM: Joshua the Brave!! And my son smile 😊 God is good!!!

[@AnonymousAnonymous-pb4vq]

Aww! That is so cute! God bless your little son

[@seth_du643]

SETH 😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@lyndabugg8732]

What is amazing about Jesus, is he turns everything around. Children were not as treasured as they should have been, but he changed that. He pointed out that children are more close to how God wants us to be.

[@Lisbeth_S]

It's one of my favorite episodes and I watch it over and over again. Beautiful chemistry between Jonathan and the children. ❤❤❤ Bravo Dallas it's so well filmed. And the sounds a softness for the soul and the heart.🙏❤️🫶👏

[@cparker3990]

Absolutely love the message regarding “Joshua the Brave.” “He calls ya who we’re meant to be.” So true and beautiful!

[@paulplant7956]

Shy little Joshua is brave, because he overcomes his shyness/ fear, and speaks. The other children were not brave, because they had no fear to overcome.

[@cindygarner6248]

When we were children we didn’t always tell mom and dad stuff. Later on in stages of my own life I learned what to do differently. This is a story of children and what they do. Please grown ups relax and have an open non- judgmental mind. ❤️

[@karibau2912]

Humility and childlike faith to trust Our Lord!

[@aleksjeff3088]

For me this episode shows a mini preview of how heaven would look like, where God is teaching us and we are His children, with pure hearts obeying and praising Him forever. Praise Jesus ☦️ 🏥 ✝️

[@carolinariley]

I love ❤️ this scene. As a young child, I had a painting on my bedroom wall of Jesus in a field/garden surrounded by children. My heart lept when I saw this touching scene- so warm and tender. Can’t wait for season 2

[@TheChosenSeries]

Glad to hear how it brought back happy childhood memories, Carol- thanks!

[@patriciagoldingay]

I love this episode. I love how Jesus encourages the children to trust in God.

[@abicarranza]

My name is Abi (Abigail) and one of the best gifts I've ever received was a message from a friend telling me to specifically watch Episode 3 of The Chosen. The whole time, I felt as if Jesus was actually talking to me! 😍😭 P.S. I didn't skip Episodes 1 and 2, and eventually finished all 8, but Episode 3 will always be the closest to my heart. 💕 THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO, DALLAS AND THE ENTIRE TEAM! You are loved and prayed for. 🙏

[@TheChosenSeries]

We're so happy to hear that, Abigail- and you have a beautiful name! :) So many people have a special fondness for the "Jesus Loves the Little Children" episode

[@mikemcdonald2755]

The look on Jesus' face and the music during the kids prayer and all the little things. They make such an impactful scene! Keep looking at the details Dallas! All glory to God!

[@maureens2701]

I’ve watched episode 3 with my 10 year old grandson and he loved it so much that we immediately watched the next episode with the miracle of the fish. He now wants to watch every episode, how wonderful is that!?

[@loisgrilliahm-vc8nw]

Hi Maureen, I did the exact same thing last week! My 10 year old Grandson watched this Episode w the Children, and he loved it! Then we watched the Episode of the fishes, and we both Loved it!! Now he wants to watch All the Chosen Episodes!!! Glad you and your Grandson did the same thing!!!! Isn’t it wonderful!!!! I Love Love Love The Chosen!!!!!😊😊

[@dianestewart3921]

Would love to see a deep dive on episode 8 when Nicodemas chooses to "save his life" and loses it by not following Jesus. A heart wrenching moment and so wonderfully done!! How many of us have chosen the safe path and convenience instead of "losing our lives" and saving it! God bless you all!!

[@carleytucker3849]

This show is so amazing and heart warming ! . I'm a teenager and this is the kind of relationship I want with Jesus and this show has really helped . I love the chosen fam . :)

[@TheChosenSeries]

That is so cool to hear, Carley- we didn't expect so much love from teens, but we've been blown away with so much positive feedback- yay! :)

[@seth_du643]

SETH 😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@sarahd3307]

Me too

[@2b16p]

The gospel lesson at my church not long after I first saw this episode was on The Road to Emmaus. I had fun imagining the two followers of Jesus walking on that road were a teenage Abigail and Joshua.

[@savedbygrace7903]

Even working with the wood reminds us of the Cross...

[@jordanshearer2706]

I got to watch the whole 1st season for free on my bday, cried the whole time, were all going home soon

[@TheChosenSeries]

Happy tears though, right, Jordan?! Happy Birthday! :)

[@summermeche1403]

What a great reminder that God gives us tasks, big or small, for His kingdom, and even if we don’t feel like we’re qualified, it’s through His power that they are accomplished.

[@RichardBragg]

As a kid's worker (not full time) I love this episode. Firstly because Jesus loves children and that comes across so well here. Too many times we push kids work almost to one side but they are the church of today not just tomorrow. At one largish camp one of the leaders told the parents that the purpose of the "main meeting" was to keep the parents occupied while we ministered to the kids. Secondly because we can learn so much from how kids approach God. I really miss not having there events this year, to be in a tent with 250-300 9-11 year olds worshipping God is really amazing. To see them bring prophetic words, pray for healing and so on makes my heart glad and so can easily imagine how Jesus felt to hear prayers from the heart not for display. (And most of all seeing young lives come to relationship with Jesus - those kids that arrive because they have to and end up not wanting to leave). As adults we must bring our kids in much more, it doesn't need always to be childish (but nothing wrong with some silliness even on Sunday morning) but we all need to be more childlike. Imaging the fear we could engender in the enemy raising up an army of prayerful, faith filled, obedient warriors instead of "well educated" but fearful worriers.

[@vbetta8979]

Dallas, you wrote episode 3? It is my favorite! I love the relaxed pace. I love the character development. I LOVED seeing Jesus pray. So beautiful. I think all the episodes are fantastic, but this one is just WOW to me. I am looking forward to another "episode 3" in season 2! God bless you and all involved.

[@bestimaging9410]

Me too

[@junerea3425]

This episode introduced me to the Shema prayer 🤗❤

[@royheinrich123]

Dallas... you are a great director.. with greater actors.. telling the Greatest story! I love it all

[@TheChosenSeries]

Kind of you to say, Roy- thank you :)

[@joolz5747]

Yes!

[@venta004]

This scene with Jesus and the children is one of my top favourites of this show. I am a new fan of The Chosen thank you for uploading these vlogs.

[@Christineeve]

I've watched that at least 20 times. It brings tears to my eyes every time.

[@jameswelsh3433]

So MANY of the cast and crew deserve the highest awards available for their efforts!

[@bettybabirye146]

Thanks Dallas, the chosen help me to brought me closer to Jesus, continue with your God work Dallas, we are praying for you and the all crew, may u live to shine. Amen glory to Jesus christ

[@TheChosenSeries]

We are very touched to hear that, Betty- thanks so much for sharing your story and for praying for all of us! :)

[@bettybabirye146]

@@TheChosenSeries Amen

[@torontocookie]

Every time I see this portion of "Jesus" is quietly moving! Beautiful!

[@beaglemom06]

I am a big fan of The Chosen and love hearing some behind the scene tidbits. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheChosenSeries]

Glad to have you as part of our Chosen Family, beaglemom06!

[@rosegeorpe8661]

Same here! And as always, Dallas and his team's enthusiasm about this project is contagious! 🙂

[@gwenolim8265]

Absolutely loving The Chosen 👌🙏💯

[@bettierusso5410]

This scene is absolutely precious! To any parents out there who were concerned about the little ones "telling" on Jesus...think about it...did you tell your parents everything you did??? Especially kids of the older generation that did not stay in the house all day, or never without a cell phone in their hands. We all never wanted to be in the house. Well done Dallas. The Lord did tell them to honor their mother & father. This shows the human reality of the gift of choice to decide on our actions and to learn they all have consequences in life. The two little girls melt my heart!

[@timoteo82]

Dallas this is beautiful! I was just thinking right now if I could fly any banner over the world right now, it would say “Jesus loves the little children, all the children of the world; red, brown, yellow, black, and white, they are precious in His sight, Jesus loves the little children of the world” Thank you for showing the beauty of God‘s heart for children, and those who have simple faith. 😁❤️

[@1kmilez]

This was always on my youtube page and it intrigued me, so I started watching it and I got hooked and before i knew it i finished the first season! Cant wait for the 2nd and 3rd. Thank you for sharing this show! 😇

[@beatriceasfeld8999]

I love this episode and I have shown it to my young grandchildren who are going to Sunday School so they can see & have an idea of what Jesus is like, there were very attentive Ages 5@8!! Then I just showed a part of episode where Jesus brought little girl back to Life to show then Jesus still does miracles!! We are truly blessed to have The Chosen to use as a ministry tool for children and adults!! 💕💕💕🐝

[@Arx9845]

Dallas, this is such an exceptional episode. Thank you for using your gift of writing and production to create this compelling series. You're in my prayers for continued vision, protection, health, wisdom and discernment from Him.

[@TheChosenSeries]

Really appreciate your partnership and prayers, Richard :)

[@sharoncarpenter3314]

I love The Chosen I have watched season 1 and 2,. Over 5 times. I can't get enough of this wonderful series. I am waiting patiently to seeing Season 3. I am learning so much everytime I watch these shows . You are bringing the Bible to life . Thank you

[@GinnyandEric]

Loving these scene explanations, Dallas! Seeing the portrayal of Jesus interacting with the young children definitely struck my heart.

[@TheChosenSeries]

Awesome, Ginny and Eric!

[@teinelona7]

I love that I get to go back to these awesome tidbits years and years later❤

[@ashleymarie0211]

Thank you for these behind-the-scenes moments and commentary. As it was, this show is already the most relatable I have felt to the humanity of the Gospels, their characters and the time. But this adds another layer that adds to its reality. It also shows your trust and vulnerability in your viewers, sharing with them your thoughts and intentions for each and every moment. God bless The Chosen TV series!

[@singpraise16]

Oh Thank you Dallas 🙏Bless you & the entire cast & crew!. I can hardly wait to see this beautiful rendition of Jesus, unfolding in The Chosen, season 2! 💜🕊

[@cutiepie2095]

Along with all the other comments, I dearly love the show, and I’m so grateful that you have done something so professional and and not cheesy, with such attention to great production values and top-notch writing and acting. Can’t get enough of it! My desired deep dive would be on the moment Jesus calls Matthew to follow him. The fact that Matthew leaves instantly wipes me out. Every. Single. Time.

[@sergeantgospel9575]

Loved this scene one of my favorites! Jesus truly is kind and looks at children and cherishes their faith. What a wonderful savior and friend we have.

[@riraizsawernet1777]

i love that Jesus calls Joshua "joshua the brave" like what Dallas said. beautiful

[@albertmanoraj1]

Loved the Choosen' series, fell in love with lord Jesus again... Dallas sir I loved the making videos where you prayed with the actors... God bless you all.. hugs

[@TheChosenSeries]

Glad you love them- thank you!

[@angieh3036]

God Bless you all🙏🙏🙏 I can't wait until the 2th season comes out🙏🙏🙏

[@TheChosenSeries]

Thank you, Alabama Hannah- we can't wait to start filming it next month- stay tuned for updates!

[@shirleyhoward8438]

Just think of all the seasons you can produce. Peter walking on the water, the woman with the issue of blood....so many stories to tell, I can't wait!

[@joolz5747]

Every scene is amazing so that each time a close up happens by Dallas, it is so cool and enlightening. This Chosen IS CHOSEN! It is all so unique and each little thing is so intentionally happening through the Holy Spirit. Why? Because you are OPEN to Him. This is not about you, it is all about God and He obviously knows that and loves it! ❤️👍😊

[@marcofaustino6716]

I'm from Brazil and Chosen touch my heart. Chosen is magnific!!!!

[@abbykurtz5115]

The kids are so cute in this episode, especially the littlest girl. I really enjoy your commentary on scenes from The Chosen, Dallas. Thanks!

[@lorenabolson1818]

We all love you Dallas! Thank you! Have a wonderful year

[@banegaspena]

Proud to be part of The Chosen Army! I would like to see a deeper dive behind the scenes on Matthew. I’m fascinated with his character and persona. Hope to see it here.

[@yaddystanley5980]

Emotional moment for me too, I cried! And the children not telling parents....that was natural too....some children might have, some children do not....to me it seemed "what children do!"

[@pameladenniston1124]

I would like you to dive into the miracle of water to wine. My thought as a mother was, would Mary have encouraged her Son to start his ministry if she knew the outcome. Heartbreaking to think what she went through as his mother. Such a deep moment for Jesus knowing what the start of his ministry would lead to. Very powerful moment. Excellent acting. Thank you Dallas and everyone involved....

[@taralohman6492]

She did know the outcome. She was told a knife would pierce her soul.

[@samantha7971]

Mr Dallas, I admire your dedication to this project! The shema audio thing was an interesting reveal. This episode had such an emotional impact!

[@janemoler8701]

A big fan of the Chosen . The relationship of Jesus with the children is beautiful. It shows Jesus’s as mentor for the children. He taught, instructed, encouraged and showed compassionate love💜💚💛🤎.

[@godsperfectcreation4756]

Is amazing to me to hear how people criticize that the children didn't tell their parents about the man they just encountered., as if when they were children they didn't do same. We have all done so in order to protect something that we feel is beautiful and unfortunately some parents will not agreed. But anyways I truly Loooove everything, every single episode, every single lines and characters especially the children are AMAZING so natural in every way. You are doing so amazing that many of us like myself feel every emotion from all this people making it so real in my and our lives. That no other movie, no other shows have ever been able to do nor accomplish. So thankful for this extraordinary show that has kept me closer and closer to Jesus because of it.!!!!!! Thank you. Can't wait for season 2 💖💖💖🌴🌴🌴🙏🙏🙏

[@jeanlancaster3812]

The Chosen is the best movie I have ever seen in the life of Jesus. I have never seen a movie portraying his disciples. God Bless all the people that are involved in The Chosen. Thank you Dalles for your vision for this series. I can hardly wait for season three.

[@knfishroom7992]

Thank you for this segment. ❤️ I hope that you make more. I also was deeply touched by the way Jesus teared up when the children prayed the Shema. Episode 3 reminds me of my childhood. I had a children’s Bible story book of the Gospels, & used to hide in my room to read from it. I was only a little girl, but I loved my secret meetings with Jesus. My mother gave me a tiny Evening In Paris perfume bottle. It was empty, but I filled it with water. I used to play pretend in my room that I was weeping on Jesus’ feet & wiping them with my hair.

[@AlmondJoie]

What a sweet story ... Thank you for sharing. I imagine the Lord took special notice of your secret meetings with Him and of your reenactment of His divine appointment with Mary Magdalene. Whatever happened to the little Evening in Paris perfume bottle from your mom? Did you keep it? What a precious keepsake!💕

[@knfishroom7992]

I did keep it. I married, & my husband went into the ministry. He pastored several churches & did some in-country mission work, so we have moved many times. I was just thinking about it recently. I believe that I still have it, but right now, it is misplaced. 😞 The Lord Jesus definitely had His hand upon me from a very young child. ❤️

[@AlmondJoie]

@@knfishroom7992 Oh wow, I surely do hope you find it or that it turns up soon! That would make a wonderful children's story with a bit of "show and tell" for good measure. I've got that sentimental gene so I've held on to quite a few keepsakes from my childhood and beyond. One of the most special is two white tissues that rather mysteriously appeared out of nowhere after a very tearful and heart wrenching time of intercessory prayer. A former friend and his new wife had been involved in that huge earthquake in New Zealand several years ago. After not hearing from them for several days, I really poured out my heart to the Lord, begging Him to please send angels to rescue them, just in case they had been trapped in a collapsed building. The fear that I might never hear from them again or know what happened to them really broke me! Oh how I cried and cried! The tissues definitely weren't there when I began to pray, but opening my eyes to see them resting on my bed right above where my head had been only moments before totally blew me away! That was confirmation that the Lord heard me, as well as my guardian angel. Anyway, I eventually heard from my former friend that he and his wife were fine and they survived the earthquake unharmed.🕊️🙏🏼

[@knfishroom7992]

WOW!!! That is amazing! I am so happy that your friends were okay. The Lord be praised!

[@AlmondJoie]

@@knfishroom7992 Amen, the Lord be praised! I can't tell you how many times I've thought about those two tissues, but I still have them in a little zip lock bag with the date/story on a 3 x 5 card inside. They're in my Bible carrier for safekeeping. Like you, the Lord called me at a young age for which I'm so grateful. I'm sure you can testify of His love, goodness, and the many tender mercies He's shown and continues to show you on your daily walk with Him. And BTW, one day a few years ago, my former friend and his wife came to mind and so I googled his name. When I initially found an obituary listing for his name, my heart skipped a beat and instantly I felt such an overwhelming pain of shock and sadness! However, upon clicking on the link, I saw that it was actually his elderly father who had sadly passed away. Reading the obituary, my former friend and his wife were included among the survivors, along with their four children! Turns out they had a set of twins too, and seeing that warmed my heart as I reflected upon some of the past conversations in which he had expressed a deep yearning to have a family. As the scripture tells us, "Delight thyself also in the Lord, and He shall give thee the desires of thy heart." (Ps. 37:4). God bless you and your husband and family, your ministry together as a couple, and your church family as you minister to their physical and spiritual needs.🕊️🙏🏼💕

[@rdaj12]

Would love to see your commentary on the scene when Simon Peter kneels in front of Jesus in repentance in episode 4. It's my favorite scene of the season as Jesus first tries to calm Simon and when that doesn't work, he calls him by his identity ("lift up your head, fisherman"). You touched on it with Joshua the Brave in this episode. I can't watch the Simon scene when Jesus calls him fisherman without tearing up. So good and so much impact!

[@susandavies2284]

Dallas... when I watched this episode... which I’ve watched a few times; as have all the other episodes 😊 What this episode brought to me, was, children at any age can have an intimate relationship, spiritually, with Jesus🙌💕🙌 The whole series is SO moving, cannot wait for series 2 😊 I love the cast, your writing & directing... awesome!! 💕

[@queenSummerKeli]

This episode is so beautiful! I love love tnat we got see Abigail and Joshua the brave again!!!

[@maryiacangelo5099]

I too look forward of listening to the explaining of the chosen. I too enjoy watching the episodes

[@Lara-eu9sk]

Thank you Dallas for discussing this scene. I remember that I was new to viewing The Chosen & after I saw this wonderful episode, I became a big supporter. Several parishioners in my church have also become "hooked" on The Chosen as I & other fans have talked about it & encouraged them to COME & SEE.

[@dhd951]

Thank you, Dallas, for giving us incite into what you were going for in those scenes.

[@gracemakinde]

I discussed this episode with a friend and we thought it was great portrayal of Jesus's model of children's ministry. Actually thought the writer must have been a children's teacher. It was brilliant in my opinion

[@mariarugolo2487]

Brilliant! Absolutely love the behind the scenes look. I actually got choked up watching this again despite pauses and insights given. Such a powerful episode ~ honestly, they all are. So very blessed.

[@TheChosenSeries]

Appreciate that very much, Maria

[@brendareynolds4063]

So grateful for Dallas' openness, honesty and kindness in sharing with us this behind the scene explaination. It could not have come at a better time. I miss the days of childhood where Jesus was to be followed, loved and sung to without question or straining to fit Him in amongst business and the distractions of this present world. He is so worthy of all our praise, obedience and adoration.

[@beverlypasco262]

Love the thinking 🤔 so real. So us, not perfect not always doing the right thing!

[@susanfeatheringill1665]

Good conversation starter - Having the kids say they aren't going to tell their parents - is a good way for parents when watching this episode with their children to bring up this decision. When is it ok not to tell parents something (birthday gift) and when should you tell (when something could be dangerous).

[@TheChosenSeries]

We enjoy hearing how people are using the show with their youth, Susan.

[@mommacallsmetula3843]

I love this episode. Always brings me to tears. So pure. I have to say- when I am struggling with things, I love first reading my Bible then watching the show. It's done in such a great and loving way, Dallas. It's helped me through some pretty dark days. Thank you all.

[@cmj2072]

Wonderful Dallas thank you... Looking forward to all the new episodes. God bless you & the cast and crew ❤️🙏🙌✝️🕊️🔥🌈

[@joycesankey1889]

He calls us who we are meant to be. He calls us what we’re not. He makes us what we’re not. He is calling into existence who “Joshua” is meant to be. - This a beautiful truth from the scene with the children and it applies to everyone God calls into His kingdom.

[@MargoB]

Thank you, Dallas, for another scene deep dive; I enjoy these! I, too, teared up when Jesus was hearing the children recite the Shema. My day has felt kind of blah so far, but in that moment, I was struck with how much He truly cares that we love Him, and how much He truly cares about us and our lives. This whole vlog post was fun to watch, but I especially appreciate the perspective changer in the middle of it! 😍

[@TheChosenSeries]

Thanks for watching, glad you got a lot out of it, Margo! :)

[@paulcraciun4454]

A behind a scene of the talk between Simon and Jesus from season 2 episode 2 (role of a disciple) would be amazing and, I believe, quite helpful.

[@n1uno1965]

I feel currently this is my favorite episode as it made me think: Do or will those children get special place/things in Heaven for being in Jesus’s presence and believing what he said so easily? Good job 👍🏻

[@eyesofamessenger]

If I had to say a favorite? 🤍this episode with the children, was just so precious and beautiful.

[@carolecarrell6589]

Beautiful ...very good ...indeed

[@JodyanMorgan]

Watched already and I'm watching again, thank you God bless you

[@TheChosenSeries]

Thank you again

[@redpilledtrooper7523]

We are all the Children of God. That was why it was so beautiful seeing Jesus cradle and stroke the head of Nicodemus like a Father would to his Child in the John 3:16 moment. I really saw the love of the father in that moment, as well as how Jesus was with the 7 children.

[@TheChosenSeries]

Glad you brought up that scene with Nico- love your insight, RedPilled Trooper.

[@redpilledtrooper7523]

@@TheChosenSeries Honestly even though I have seen the show countless times, I still find myself going back to the scene on the roof. Like Dallas said about it being the most important scene of the season. I whole-heartedly agree. I keep going back because it really is the closest glimpse the show gives to what the Kingdom of God is truly like. Nicodemus is what I describe as " the original bible nerd." When he gets all excited saying to Jesus " I dont know where to begin I have so many questions!" Like a young boy asking his Father. He had been waiting his whole life to meet Yahweh, and here he was.. In the flesh. When he realised this, all he could do was bow before The Creator and " Kiss the son, lest he be angry and you perish in the way" realising he was not worthy of standing on the same ground as Jesus. But, in true nature of Yahweh, he lifts him up, and finishes the proverb " And blessed are all those who seek refuge in him." I cry every time, because this is the abounding grace of God we hear so much about, and it's like Jesus is promising us, that if we seek his guidance, not only will he guide us, but he will bless us for doing so. I see a lot of myself in the way Nicodemus was curious, amazed and just purely star struck. Jesus has all these qualities that are unmistakably Father-like. He is wise, good with his hands ( building things), patient, loving and selfless. The way he is with the Children, making them laugh so they arent afraid, and building Abigail some toys since her family couldnt afford any, and how despite how important his mission is, he always has time to " play with his kids" like my Dad was growing up. He was always out of town on business ( my dad) and had a lot of responsibilities. But he always set time aside to play with my sister and I. And it is something I will always cherish. The Father was sharing his attributes with my Dad, and he was being guided by the Spirit. So when Jesus says you can " recognize the effects of the Spirit" I instantly think of all the sweet, simple moments in my life where I undoubtedly know the Spirit was there. I have donated to this show because there is so much garbage on tv nowadays, and as a millennial, this can be one of my contributions to leave behind for the next generation. Providing some beautiful entertainment for any that wants to see the Word Of God take form on the big screen. I have really high hopes for the future of the series, and I hope and pray for more deeply wonderful scenes like Jesus and the Children, The Calling of Mary by Name, The leper being healed, The paralytic man being told to get up and walk, and last but not least, Jesus and Nicodemus. My favorite scene :)

[@simi6152]

We all love The Chosen! I pray that God will give you all the strength to continue this great journey!

[@TheChosenSeries]

Appreciate that, Simi! :)

[@Startingfresh87]

That was such a beautiful moment. I teared up when I saw Jesus become emotional hearing the children pray. Thank you again for making the characters so relatable!! I have a deeper faith because of the chosen🙏🏼

[@TheChosenSeries]

Awesome to hear the impact on your faith- means a lot to us :)

[@Startingfresh87]

The Chosen If you need help with anything at all while you’re in Utah, I’d love to pay it forward in any possible way!!

[@agirlsinger]

I really enjoy these behind the scenes talks. Thank you Dallas!

[@TheChosenSeries]

You're welcome- glad you enjoyed, Cassie!

[@agnescasibang3914]

Yes Jesus loves the little children. A very lovable song in my youth. Love this episode with the children esp when Jesus asked them to pray. 💖🙏

[@LionQueen106]

That is really cool that Dallas said he writes episode 3 in each season on his own, because episode 3 in both seasons are my absolute favorite. 😁

[@AndreainAkron1]

Heard Dallas on WCRF yesterday and right away I knew his voice in the middle of a conversation ! Can't get enough of hearing about the Chosen and I know his voice anywhere..lol

[@Broken-Flesh]

Hands down, episode 3 and episode 7 are my favorite episodes from season 1.

[@sharjo52]

Wonderful 🙏🏿🙏🏼🙏🏽 The children are great little actors! So sweet🌷

[@naveen95959]

God bless you brother Dallas. With love from India 🇮🇳

[@sunsetfree5358]

I would REALLY like to hear the thoughts that ran through your head when writing and producing the beginning of episode 7 where Moses sternly sets Joshua straight on obedience to God-always-even when He doesn’t make sense (regarding the snake on the pole). I absolutely loved the way you portrayed Joshua’s frustration, confusion, and even audacity in rebuking Moses for possibly misunderstanding God...so completely understandable! Even today, Judaism sees Jesus and the cross as pagan symbolism, and the misunderstanding continues... “After today, the only Hebrews too sick to walk will be those who choose to remain so.” Sometimes, I’d really like to hear the thoughts that ran through God’s head as well, when He chose symbolism (and reality) that He foreknew would later cause the majority of His own people to reject Him... “...faith, not reason...faith!” 💟✡️✝️✡️💟

[@bettyh7586]

The scenes with the kids blessed me greatly. Jesus loves kids and this showed that. I love Matthew. Can you imagine being hated by all then being chosen? Beautiful.

[@TheChosenSeries]

So glad you enjoyed those special scenes, BJ

[@timothykruse3362]

This is the BEST Show!!! I would love to be a fly on the wall on set...Looking forward to every other season...

[@carolecarrell6589]

I love that !!...oh Joshua the brave speaks!!! Yes calling us into who we should be!

[@theself5738]

That’s beautiful how you directed the children- I thought the same that they were natural with conversing with Jesus as they were given tasks to do by Him. That’s funny because I had thought that about Jesus and now the director says the same!

[@workoutroberts5683]

This is great. Thank you for listening to the Lord . It’s a true blessing

[@amb7412]

You captured the essence of children out for an adventure, as a child my siblings and I met some elderly neighbors in our building and they became wonderful teachers to us. We still have fond memories of them. When we shared that they were teaching us to making things our Great-Grandmother ( we didn't have a Grandmother), came over and she met with the neighbors to check things outs. She was so cute in her curiosity and mild jealousy. I remember admonishing her about her jealousy that Miss Anne was teaching us to make lampshades and she never bothered to teach us to sew. She was a wonderful seamstress. She was proud to hear that we were great children and we didn't proven them wrong. These children trusting and helping Jesus took me back to the moments of others helping in the raising and nurturing of children. Lead with love. Thank you for such a wonderful scene. I loved seeing two of them showing up later too with their interaction with Matthew..

[@robcallicotte5786]

Thanks Dallas. I like the real life you present. I hope to see more of the real Jesus in your work. You have a wonderful crew and I love what you all are doing. God bless!

[@flamingswordapologetics]

Wow, technology to the rescue. Jesus's emotion played out well here.

[@kimberlyrose0671]

Thank you for the behind the scenes. One of my favorites is when Jesus speaks Egyptian language to the woman on the road. It was unnecessary to have her be Ethiopian, but thoughtful., which made it stand out to me. African are often left out of Jesus movies, or worse, portrayed only as slaves/servants. Thank you.

[@inez7609]

Amen. I loved that as well 💓

[@Bifford-G]

Thank you Dallas for your time and passion with these extra insights, during what must be an extremely busy season of your life. The Chosen has been great, on so many levels. With such depth to ALL the characters, even the Romans, Pharisees, Children. You are ALL part of Paying it Forward, into eternity, whilst using the Talents you've been given now for the harvest. Bless you.

[@TheChosenSeries]

You are very welcome

[@amberdavenport427]

Saw this at 11:11❤ 😇😇🙏 I love The Chosen! Looking forward to the next season!!!! :) ❤❤❤❤

[@debracrane2893]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this commentary. Makes a great film even more meaningful.

[@laluz191]

2 Corinthians 1: 3 Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort. Ephesians 1:3 Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, for he has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in union with Christ. 2 Corinthians 11:31 The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, the One who is to be praised forever, knows I am not lying.

[@TheSmkfts]

There's no Trinity, only the Father and His Son, Jesus. Thank you our loving Father for giving us your only begotten, and thank you our Jesus for sending Your very Spirit, your very Life into our hearts, thus giving us a new birth after your righteous likeness, so we can be part of a new humanity that inherited everything from you, the second Adam! Come soon for us!

[@sheladizak7242]

@@TheSmkfts Why don't you read all of scripture, and not just the parts that suit your own theology? And by the way all of those verses are completely compatible with the Trinity, 1 God, 3 Divine persons Father, Son and Holy Spirit, but since you're a unitarian can you answer this question? If Jesus isn't God how come believers worship him, pray to him, and honour him in the exact same way that they do to the Father? Worship: Revelation 5: 11-14 11 Then I looked and heard the voice of many angels, numbering thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand. They encircled the throne and the living creatures and the elders. 12 In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!” 13 Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!” 14 The four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped. Prayer: Acts 7:59 While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” 60 Then he fell on his knees and cried out, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” When he had said this, he fell asleep. 1 Corinthians 1:1-3 1 Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, 2 To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be his holy people, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ-their Lord and ours: 3 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Honour: John 5:23 that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father, who sent him.

[@TheSmkfts]

@@sheladizak7242 I am not a unitarian. Jesus is God, bun He is not "The God" or the "only true God". Jesus has a Father, but the Father doesn't have a father Himself. So Jesus is God, because His Father is God, just as you are human, because your father is human, yet, your father is greater than you, he is the source of your life, you came out of him, yet, you are still not a lesser human then your father, you are equally human, sharing the same nature and you bear the image of your father, his features and his authority. In short, Jesus is not lesser divine than His Father. They both share the same God nature, but don't forget that the Father is the source of all things, even the very life of His only begotten Son, therefore the Father is the Ancient of Days, the only true God, and Jesus is the Son of the only true God. John 5:26 "For as the Father hath life in himself; so hath HE GIVEN to the Son to have life in himself;" 1 Corinthians 8:6 "But to us there is but one God, the Father, OF WHOM are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, BY WHOM are all things, and we by him." John 1:1-3 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God (Theos - the God), and the Word was God (Theon - Godly, divine). He was in the beginning with God (Theos - the God). All things were made THROUGH Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made." The Son of God is the Word, but the Word had to be spoken into existence. So the Word came out of the speker's "mouth", who is the Father (the God), therefore the Word (Jesus) had to be (God, Godly, divine) too. The Father is the source, and He created everything THROUGH His Word, His Son. the Word is not the source, but the channel. Proverbs 8:31 "The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old. I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was. When there were no depths, I was BROUGHT FORTH; when there were no fountains abounding with water. Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth: While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world. [...] Then I was BESIDE Him, as a MASTER WORKSMAN; And I was daily His delight, Rejoicing always before Him, Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men." JOHN 8:42 "Jesus said unto them, If God were your Father, ye would love me: for I proceeded forth and came from God; neither came I of myself, but he sent me." John 17:1, 3 "Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee: And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent."

[@nellyphiri5452]

How I enjoy this show, my favourite 😭😭❤❤my heart breaks cause I cant watch the last 3 episodes of season 1.

[@TheChosenSeries]

Why not, Nelly? You can watch all episodes for free in our app right here: www.thechosen.tv/app

[@nellyphiri5452]

It keeps buffering...I'm not sure what that is exactly

[@TheChosenSeries]

Nelly Phiri Please click the help button in the app.