Witness

In the Bible, the word “witness” is used to describe both a person and an action-someone who sees something and then talks about what they’ve seen. Similar to today, this word is used in both legal settings and to describe an experience with God. But what’s most interesting about the word witness is how it illuminates the story of Scripture, especially the role of the people of God. In this video, we explore how this word contributes to the overarching story of the Bible.
#BibleProject #Witness #BibleVideo

[@bibleproject]

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[@homesteadgal4143]

The "Witness" Study Notes that are linked at your website are very good! I not only printed them for my BibleProject binders, but I am going through each noted Scripture verse to review and study, and to read my own Study Guide notations and see fuller context. Thank you ever so much!!

[@bibleproject]

The new voice you are hearing is that of Carissa Quinn, our Digital Learning Manager at The Bible Project! She led the research and scriptwriting process of the recent Word Study - Witness video. Carissa joins Tim as one of our resident Bible scholars. She has her PhD in Hebrew Bible and MA in Teaching. Carissa joined our team in early 2019 as we increased the amount of theological writing across our many platforms, like our blog, website and social media channels. She will also be contributing to the research and writing for some videos we have planned. Since theological dialogue is an important part of our process for writing video scripts, you can expect to be hearing her voice in future podcasts and videos. Carissa brings her own perspective and expertise that will enrich our process and the videos we create, and Tim continues to oversee all of TBP's content creation.

[@khanyisilekambule4202]

Wishing Carissa all the best with the TBP family!!!

[@carlangas0100]

I prefer the dialogue version with Tim

[@andrexmfful]

It’s weird to hear a different voice but I love it! Diversification is the way to go!! Maybe there is a “Joanna” (female John) that could join Carissa for the longer videos to sound more conversational(?) Or maybe that’s not the idea you guys are going for, and that’s all good too. But I’m glad y’all are doing these new things! All the best to Carissa and the TBP family!

[@thatchurchguyshandle]

She’s awesome!

[@ChristinewithaC]

The Bible Project Girl Power! 😍💯👍🏼

[@NahumTheLemon]

yalls animation team, and whoever does the audio are incredible man, its like a whole movie. nothing lacking in your videos ever. great work.

[@srana84]

My name is Shahid, and it means Witness. I'm hype to see this!

[@rintogitong]

Shahid is common word and name in Muslim country, where are you come from?

[@11rubina]

Shahid means martyr, but yes, closely resembles witness. Gavaah is a closer word for witness

[@Vlugazoide]

@@11rubina martyr comes from martus, so...

[@11rubina]

@@Vlugazoide yes, indeed. I was talking about the usage of the word currently. But it's interesting to think that being a witness and being a martyr are so closely related.

[@Vlugazoide]

@@11rubina dark souls alert

[@sherilynshepperd8059]

Bearing witness to the Mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen ✝️✝️✝️

[@MsRenny23]

SheriLyn Shepperd Amen. And so it is.

[@sisay4756]

Amen 🙏

[@duchi882]

*Witnessing this quality content* is a true work of miracle

[@JayxD178]

Duchi Glory be to God!

[@ermaltwo]

Carissa! Congratulations on your first video. You nailed it! May many follow. You are a wonderful addition to the team.

[@FRN2013]

William needs to read the rest of the Bible. Philip had five daughters who were prophetesses. Ana prophesied over young Jesus. Paul gave instructions for female prophetesses. Peter preached that in the last days our sons and our daughters shall prophesy. Apollos was taught by Priscilla and Aquila.

[@KylaGrace]

@William she is not usurping Authority. She has been approved, and I'm sure invited, by the men who run this project to be part of it.

[@peasea9394]

@William God has something grand for everyone- both men & women. That verse you quoted was written for the Church of Rome, where there were women that weren't respecting authority and caused chaos. But in this case, we don't know anything about this lady. With all due respect, but how bold of you to assume something like that when you pretty much know nothing about her. How do you know she's not anointed? How is she doing anything wrong?

[@feliciaiskandar]

@William no judging please, God never differentiate whether it's man or woman, saint or sinner, chosen nation or not. God see our heart, our faith, not our gender or nationality.

[@feliciaiskandar]

@William wow how persistent / stubborn you are. Well, good luck living your life while depending on only 1 verse while others trying to comprehend bible as a whole.

[@bibleproject]

The word “witness” makes us think of someone testifying in a courtroom. Or maybe you think of someone sharing their religious testimony or persuading others about their faith. These ideas are similar to what we find in the biblical text, but the word and theme of witness also tell a much bigger story. In the Bible, a witness is someone who sees something amazing or important and then shares it with others (Ruth 4:9). We call this act of sharing “bearing witness,” and it isn’t about being pushy. Witnesses simply share their experience. This idea is simple, but it carries a lot of responsibility (Exodus 20:16; Deuteronomy 19:18-20). God calls a group of people, Israel, to be witnesses of his character and actions to the nations (Exodus 19:4-6; Isaiah 43:10-12). And even though they continually fail at their role, God does not give up this partnership with them. Instead, he appoints chief witnesses to the people-Moses, the prophets, and ultimately Jesus-to open their eyes again to who God is (Romans 3:21; John 1:7). When Jesus' companions witnessed his death and resurrection, their eyes were opened. They were transformed into the witnesses God had always intended, and they went out to bear witness to the nations about what they had seen (Luke 24:44-48; Acts 1:8). Today, when we experience the love and rescue of Jesus, we can join in this simple yet weighty task of representing him to the world by sharing what we have experienced.

[@ismasori]

This is so full of truth, art, excellence, visual impact, simplicity, information and poetry that makes my soul sing and praise. God bless your work, your gifts and your vision. So many things to talk with you guys in the new life.

[@aonewatchman]

Dear Confused Pilgrim Bible Project - No believer is commanded to witness in the New Testament! The Apostles who Jesus hand selected were called to be witnesses but no believer is called to be a witness like those who had Apostolic authority in the New Testament. Why are you fudging the Old Testament with the New Testament. Put down those Jewish commentary books and let His Holy Spirit lead you into the Truth in the New Testament. Then you will also realize that The Great Commission was only given to the Apostles ... not to anyone else ... its in the Bible ... Please check it out! Respectfully submitted, a watchman of His Word ... Peter

[@francohill7548]

@@aonewatchman Hi Sir! Just a quick question: why did the apostles (taught by Jesus Christ Himself) encourage others (Paul, Timothy and Barnabas) to go out and bear witness?

[@olegb.3032]

Please make word study about FAITH - it would be very interesting!

[@aonewatchman]

@@francohill7548 Dear Confused Pilgrim Franco Hill Scripture says that .. "God is not the author of confusion/chaos" (1 Cor 14:330) .. Study your Bible without "adding or subtracting" to God's Word (Rev. 22:18-19). Scripture says that Jesus hand selected His Apostles and He gave them sole Apostolic Authority to leave home and hearth and to go over hill and dale to spread the word in the 1st Century. Jesus also gave these select few The Direct Commission (Matthew 28: 16-20) Mark 16:15-16)... Check this out in the Bible ... The Direct Commission was only given to the Apostles who had Apostolic Authority. This stopped with the death of the last Apostle. Not to fear ... BECAUSE .. we were given the completed Bible Canon of God's Word to now lead us into all Truth (note God's Word is the Truth - see - John 17:17). This is all God's Word and His Commandments to you and to everyone else ... we do not have Apostolic Authority, our names are not in the Bible and despite all what you have heard ... Acts 2:40 says that we each must work out our salvation for ourselves by obedience to His Holy Spirit of Love and to His Truth (His Word is the Truth). We are to save ourselves because no one can save another person. Peter says in Acts 2:40 - "Save yourself from this corrupt generation." We can only help save others by setting a good example of Scriptural living in our own lives for others to look to and emulate in their lives. We don't save people today by twisting their arms until they say Jesus or beat them over the head with a Bible. NO ... save yourself ... "then do to others what you would want done to you" ... this is God's Love expressed in the New Testament ... we will all be judged by what we did in the body (i.e. all our thoughts, words and deeds) all the "selfless" love we showed to others in need and by our shedding of "selfishness" to assist others in their needs. Amen Respectfully submitted as my Scriptural understanding, I share with you what His Spirit has shared with my spirit. A watchman of His Word ...Peter

[@dimanuzunov6483]

Really well explained. I like that there are verses in the corner so we can look up in the Bible

[@watupman789]

Diman Uzunov i didn’t see that at first!

[@ablewongtsaijing5629]

WOW thank you so much team The Bible project!! Never saw how this theme is weaved throughout God's story and how we're now called to play our part as His witnesses!!

[@lindarobinson5342]

Thank you for allowing new perspectives to the team. God bless your ministry.

[@DavidReyes-qn1bq]

I prefer the conversational format with Tim and John, however she did a good job. Either way glory to God.

[@seriousnesstv7902]

I concur with your statement due to how I have grown to love their way of teaching new believers.

[@denischabriddell986]

It's possible they used a woman to explain this because woman have been used as a witness for long time in the history of bringing forth the gospel. When Jesus was raised from the dead he appeared to women and they were his witnesses.

[@bibleproject]

Hi David. Our Word Study videos typically only have one voice in them. Hope this helps.

[@ari-eljamila6955]

@@denischabriddell986 They used her because she did the research. Read the description box for Pete's sake. *Insert face palm* Everything doesn't have to have some deep meaning.

[@ari-eljamila6955]

@@seriousnesstv7902 He that hates change, was never here for the message in the first place. If you were here of the message and teaching why should this matter? In this format? Do you only come here to hear Tim's smooth voice or to hear about the Bible?

[@macsam8778]

So, great to her Carissa, again, despite the fact that I know it and have learned so much from her! Thank you for putting this lesson back up in this message!

[@allisonlucas018]

This video was perfect timing! I had an incredible experience over this weekend and I clearly heard God telling me "You are my witness" repeated several times. This helps explain what the pastor said in even more detail about being a witness!

[@cindyanzvino1301]

Very nice, and the narrator was great. Thank you for all you do in the name of Jesus.

[@ThereIsKnowSpoon]

The more you teach me the more I want to learn.

[@Rickrickrickg]

The sound and audio guys are getting better and better every video so Props to you! The illistrator has already been on point the entire lifespan of the bible project so thank you for sharing your creativity. I also like the idea of you guys expanding your diversity and empowering women to speak and embolden the voice of God. Very well done The Bible Project, I always recommend you guys every chance I get

[@ChrisChris-bp2tu]

GOD BLESS THIS WOMAN TALKING

[@Jetsonn]

I am grateful for these videos. You do such a good job at explaining these topics. Just watching your videos motivates me to read the Bible more, because it makes it easier to understand and makes it significantly less daunting to open up the Bible. Thank you for everything you are doing, it’s amazing

[@isaiahsmile]

Thank you guys at The Bible Project for bearing witness to the Lord by all you do in this channel! I’m so glad to have discovered you. I am falling in love once again to reading the Word because of your videos. Praise Jesus! ❤️

[@explorateur8159]

You guys really are witnesses to God's glory! Thank you for shining as a light for all to see & gather under!

[@marquiaedwards1360]

This is another awesome video!! I loved the change in narrators! Her voice is soothing as well! I love the Bible Project and will continue to be a full supporter! I've never felt so excited to read through my bible and watch videos on the topics until now! Thank you guys so much!

[@shelvefaith]

Such beautiful graphics that make this teaching easier to understand! The Lord truly give gifts in so many ways ~

[@lSedrikl]

That was crazy! These animators are pouring out there color and passion into these videos. The sounds were stellar. Made me smile. Awesome job! You are all witnesses of God’s greatness.

[@loganhay371]

I just want to say I am so encouraged that you guys are bringing Carissa onto the team. As a woman who wants to study at a seminary level, the introduction of a fresh, educated female voice is so inspiring. I'm looking forward to continuing to see what new perspectives Carissa brings as you all delve into the Word together. I have enjoyed the dialogues of Tim and Jon for some time, yet I appreciate the Bible Project Team making more room at the table for other people of God to bring their unique strengths and voices to the symphony God is conducting. :)

[@martinahove9843]

Great video! From personal experience I never knew something as simple as talking about the goodness of Jesus can be quite difficult in this modern age. But I can witness here though. So here’s my testimony I was stuck in depression and sexual impurity for 20 years of my life. I never even knew I was a slave to sin, this was normal to me, until a year ago I got this sudden wanting to forgive my parents who had hurt me a lot. I refused for a couple of days to forgive but eventually I ended up just doing it. And I remember after that feeling free for the first time ever. A huge burden was just removed from my shoulders. And that’s not all after that my life flourished with Jesus by my side (no not financially, he provides me with all I need). I am now two years out of sexual impurity and depression and I will never go back. How do I know this? Because if the sone sets you free you are free indeed (John 8:46). The funny thing is I didn’t even know back then that I was a slave to sin until I was set free. Now I dance to the tune of his melody, I get lost sometimes but he always finds me and picks me up again. He is soooooo Kind my friends. He is so great!! He is Holy and Holy Spirit I love you for your wisdom that has carried me.❤️❤️He is a Good God this one. The fact that I know him is a privilege, I truly am not worthy of his love ❤️ but even if I try to hide away from him he will find me💕😭. This is my testimony That he is an amazing God, and Jesus is the blessed hope. Glory to him who created this world Glory!!!!🌸🌸

[@pastorjustin419]

I wanted to say I really enjoyed the new voice. I did, however, miss the conversation feel of previous videos. Good on you guys for expanding your ministry, knowing that more speakers means less burden on each individual. It takes "ehh" leaders to accomplish a job and great leaders to hand one off. I imagine that this move is to free up Tim and John to focus on other activities (e.g. classroom, public speaking engagements, the podcast, a tour near me- fingers crossed, etc)

[@bibleproject]

Hi J Lee. Our previous Word Study videos also have only one voice in them. Hope this helps.

[@jl-7992]

God is Awesome and all that concerns Him is Awesome as well.

[@denischabriddell986]

I have been so blessed by this ministyy for quite some time. I've been reading the word for quite some time and I'm learning so much. Which makes the eord so much more precious to me.

[@JKd3vLD]

This channel blesses me so much! I love your content, super edifying, it helps us understand God more clearly and it also helps us connect with Him. 😭

[@DJMcNutty]

WOW. This might be my second favorite TBP video. Beautiful use of colors and blacks and the imagery is incredible. Great job to Carissa Quinn for excellent narration!

[@Vincent-tr2st]

Informative yet entertaining as always

[@joonl0127]

this is a good revolution in the world of animation and illustration. the art world really needed this. thank you for your ministry!!

[@realOMNIslasher]

Amazing video!!! Absolutely beautiful, the message and the presentation! Keep it up The Bible Project Team!

[@matthewelliottheinen]

This video is both encouraging and thought provoking to me. I did not know there was a link between the word martus and martyr, but it makes sense in light of what's in the Bible and in the history books afterwards. I tend to think maybe that's part of why Jesus told people he healed not to tell everybody, and appeared to time actions like turning over the tables at the temple and rebuking the way he did when he did. This video really spoke to me. Thank you for your effort Bible Project team.

[@jacobsabastian3871]

Awesome that you got Pam Beesly to narrate this video! Great work as always guys.

[@gundovhulahani3299]

Just fantastic... The creativity that goes into visually explaining these biblical concepts always leaves me in awe

[@gretchenlancero3008]

Another great teaching from the Bible Project. Keep up the good work!

[@CoachShanique]

I am about to be 33 and I just discovered this channel And Wow. I’m so glad❗️😇 Bless you thank you♥️

[@taylorlib]

Carissa, Welcome to the family and Thank you for the teaching. Your work is well appreciated! :D

[@kacobjelley]

Looking forward to more of your contributions to TBP Carissa!

[@iandomino]

Thank you again for making such meaningful videos and explaining Bible words and themes in context. God bless you all!!

[@DavidJimenez-ds4ru]

New narrator threw me off at first but got used to it lol Awesome I love it

[@michaelmoore2326]

Thank you Jesus..

[@crispwhite9068]

Beautiful. Blessings to you all in the name of Jesus, Amen 🙏🏽💚😁.

[@kamilleseven283]

I loved the female voice! It's always wonderful to hear Jon and Tim. The new voice was a fun surprise, she has a sweet voice. Thank you bible project. I have been having a hard time and this, as well as your other videos just encourage me. God Bless you all.

[@caedmoncoley8140]

I don’t mind the female voice, and I like the video, but I’ve kinda gotten used to the conversational dynamic of the previous narrators

[@cameronreed1021]

Yeah what happened to them

[@huynhngocnamgiang]

Caedmon Coley I actually enjoyed her voice more!

[@mrsjrenee]

Agreed!!!!!!!😩

[@jonathanrio5445]

I feel the same way, I like the previous two conversational explanation. It’s more easy to digest.

[@davidjohnson2439]

Cameron Reed Caedmon Coley She is another very good scholar who joined the BP team. You can hear her on their podcasts. I’m sure there will be more videos with Tim and John too. 😁

[@ilovenoodles7483]

Praise God! Hallelujah! This word gives a whole new meaning to the two witnesses that are prophesied to come shortly, right before Jesus returns, soo exciting!! Amen! The two witnesses surely have seen something amazing, Jesus Christ and they have power like no one has ever seen before, it is literally in their breath!!

[@jaktrak98]

I really like the rectangles guys! Gorgeous work.

[@GarrettEderer]

Yeah I thought the animation and the rectangles were cool and symbolic. :)

[@mr.potatofries8094]

Started to listen to the podcast and it's great and very informative answers alot of questions I have and didn't even know I had. All Glory to the lord!!!!

[@infinityApologeticsClips]

Suffering Servant. Jesus is Lord Amen 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Norwegianization]

born again christian?

[@infinityApologeticsClips]

@@Norwegianization Yes :)

[@infinityApologeticsClips]

@@mitchellc4 Jesus has two natures. God always existed in 3 persons in 1 being. In the new testament the 2nd person, the son, became flesh and dwelt amongst us. So he has two natures, 1 nature is man the other nature is God. That is why Jesus can say things like "Before Abraham was, I AM" claiming to be God Also Read John 1:1-14 and Phillipians 2:5-11 for the doctrine of the incarnation showing how Jesus being God became flesh thereby having two natures.

[@infinityApologeticsClips]

@@mitchellc4 I have dealt with so many unitarians I can't even count now lol You guys don't understand the bible at all. I would suggest you read it again. In the mean time see these for proof Jesus is God: The messiah would be ‘Mighty God, Everlasting father’ "For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." -Isaiah 9:6 We are to honor the father the same way as we honor the son "that all should honor the Son just as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him." -John 5:23 Jesus existed before even Abraham "Jesus said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM.”" -John 8:58 All things were created thru Jesus that are in heaven and earth "For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him." -Colossians 1:16 Every knew will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord "that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." -Philippians 2:10-11 The father calls Jesus ‘God’ and says that his throne is forever "But to the Son He says: “Your throne, O God, is forever and ever; A scepter of righteousness is the scepter of Your kingdom." -Hebrews 1:8 Jesus is the First and the Last "I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End, the First and the Last.”" -Revelation 22:13 Every creature in heaven and the earth worship Jesus "And every creature which is in heaven and on the earth and under the earth and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, I heard saying: “Blessing and honor and glory and power Be to Him who sits on the throne, And to the Lamb, forever and ever!” Then the four living creatures said, “Amen!” And the twenty-four elders fell down and worshiped Him who lives forever and ever." -Revelation 5:13-14 Jesus had the same glory as the father did before the world was showing that he is eternal "And now, O Father, glorify Me together with Yourself, with the glory which I had with You before the world was." -John 17:5

[@kenedyt.9673]

Mitchell C in Genesis 1:26 NLT he says “Let Us make man in our image...” when He says Us , He is referring to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit . Jesus is God , and that’s also why it says in John 1:1-3, the Bible says “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.” ‭‭John‬ ‭1:1-3‬ ‭KJV‬‬, the use of the word “Word” is talking about Jesus. So Jesus was WITH God and Jesus WAS God , and Jesus was there in the beginning with Him. I pray that the Lord reveals this to you! Have a blessed day.

[@incognito6500]

This is so beautifully done, thank you Bible project. Always providing insight, background and history!

[@JeronimoMTO]

How appropriate that the Risen Jesus' first witnesses were women, just as the narrator bearing witness of this video is? :D

[@JordoGarcia]

Jeremy Chua good observation, brother! Very cool praise God!

[@Jobe-13]

Jeremy Chua Oh my gosh I just now noticed that.

[@mcw0261]

@@lamasabachthani2132 it doesn't sound like you believe in the Quran either because you have to believe in the Entire Bible to have true Iman (Faith): Allah SWT said: وَلَقَدْ كُذِّبَتْ رُسُلٌ مِّنْ قَبْلِكَ فَصَبَرُوا عَلٰى مَا كُذِّبُوا وَأُوذُوا حَتّٰىٓ أَتٰىهُمْ نَصْرُنَا  ۚ وَلَا مُبَدِّلَ لِكَلِمٰتِ اللَّهِ  ۚ وَلَقَدْ جَآءَكَ مِنْ نَّبَإِى الْمُرْسَلِينَ "And certainly were messengers denied before you, but they were patient over [the effects of] denial, and they were harmed until Our victory came to them. And none can alter the words of Allah. And there has certainly come to you *some information* about the [previous] messengers." (QS. Al-An'aam 6: Verse 34) Allah SWT said: يٰٓأَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوٓا ءَامِنُوا بِاللَّهِ وَرَسُولِهِۦ وَالْكِتٰبِ الَّذِى نَزَّلَ عَلٰى رَسُولِهِۦ وَالْكِتٰبِ الَّذِىٓ أَنْزَلَ مِنْ قَبْلُ  ۚ وَمَنْ يَكْفُرْ بِاللَّهِ وَمَلٰٓئِكَتِهِۦ وَكُتُبِهِۦ وَرُسُلِهِۦ وَالْيَوْمِ الْأَاخِرِ فَقَدْ ضَلَّ ضَلٰلًۢا بَعِيدًا "O you who believe, believe in Allah and His Messenger and the Book that He sent down upon His Messenger *and the Scripture which He sent down before* . And whoever disbelieves in Allah, His angels, *His books, His messengers* , and the Last Day has certainly gone far astray." (QS. An-Nisaa 4: Verse 136) إِنَّ الَّذِينَ يَكْفُرُونَ بِاللَّهِ وَرُسُلِهِۦ وَيُرِيدُونَ أَنْ يُفَرِّقُوا بَيْنَ اللَّهِ وَرُسُلِهِۦ وَيَقُولُونَ نُؤْمِنُ بِبَعْضٍ وَنَكْفُرُ بِبَعْضٍ وَيُرِيدُونَ أَنْ يَتَّخِذُوا بَيْنَ ذٰلِكَ سَبِيلًا "Indeed, those who disbelieve in Allah and His messengers and wish to discriminate between Allah and His messengers and say, We believe in some and disbelieve in others, and wish to adopt a way in between -" Allah SWT said: أُولٰٓئِكَ هُمُ الْكٰفِرُونَ حَقًّا  ۚ وَأَعْتَدْنَا لِلْكٰفِرِينَ عَذَابًا مُّهِينًا "Those are the disbelievers, truly. And We have prepared for the disbelievers a humiliating punishment." وَالَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا بِاللَّهِ وَرُسُلِهِۦ وَلَمْ يُفَرِّقُوا بَيْنَ أَحَدٍ مِّنْهُمْ أُولٰٓئِكَ سَوْفَ يُؤْتِيهِمْ أُجُورَهُمْ  ۗ وَكَانَ اللَّهُ غَفُورًا رَّحِيمًا "But they who believe in Allah and *His messengers and do not discriminate between any* of them - to those He is going to give their rewards. And ever is Allah Forgiving and Merciful." (QS. An-Nisaa 4: Verse 152) فَإِنْ كُنْتَ فِى شَكٍّ مِّمَّآ أَنْزَلْنَآ إِلَيْكَ فَسْئَلِ الَّذِينَ يَقْرَءُونَ الْكِتٰبَ مِنْ قَبْلِكَ  ۚ لَقَدْ جَآءَكَ الْحَقُّ مِنْ رَّبِّكَ فَلَا تَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْمُمْتَرِينَ "So if you are in doubt, [O Muhammad], about that which We have revealed to you, then *ask those who have been reading the Scripture before you* . The truth has certainly come to you from your Lord, so never be among the doubters."

[@mcw0261]

@@lamasabachthani2132 the Quran tells you plainly to believe in all the books of the Bible, the Injeel (The New Testament/Gospel of Jesus), it's says to believe in the Torah (The Old Testament) and it says to believe in the Zabor ( The Book fo Psalms), and it says to believe in the other books of the prophets. And Sharia Law says *if you deny any verse of the Quran you are liable to be Killed* . So be very very careful denying the Word of God (The Holy Kitab) and ask God of his Holy Word is true. You know what the Quran also says...that Jesus is the Messiah (Messi) and the Word of God (KalimatuAllah). So stop denying the word of God and repent. Umdat as-Salik wa 'Uddat an-Nasik ( Reliance of the traveler), reference: o8.4, “There is no indemnity for killing an apostate (since it is killing someone who deserves to die).” Acts that define "leaving Islam" and being subject to execution are listed in o8.7. They include: -2- to intend to commit unbelief, even if in the future. -3- to deny the existence of Allah... or any of his attributes. -6- to be sarcastic about Allah's name, his command, his interdiction... or his threat *-7- to deny any verse of the Quran* -8- to mockingly say, "I don't know what faith is". -17- to believe that things in themselves or by their own nature have any causal influence independent of the will of Allah.

[@mcw0261]

@@lamasabachthani2132 I see you have no answers to my questions. The Quran says to believe in the Gospel, and the Pslams, and the Torah. But you do not. Sharia laws says it is punishable by death to not believe in every word of the Quran. I however invite you to life not death by accepting Jesus Christ the Messi, the KalimatuAllah, the holder of the Ruh AlQuduus (Holy Spirit) the Quran gives Jesus all of these titles, the Bible also let's us know the Jesus is the Beginning and the End, the Lord of Lord and Kings of Kings to Glory of God our Father in heaven, as your savior that all that call upon the name of the Lord might be saved. Choose life my friend.

[@deborahlane7589]

Beautiful, concise, clear teaching for greater understanding. Thank you Bible Project. The Lord's bless and keep you in your much needed sacrificial service.

[@unitycolours]

Witnessing God's love through this video I'm so glad I bear witness for all that Jesus has done for me ✝️🏁

[@sunnybhatti4065]

Praise The Lord Almigthy..

[@brandymcgouirk3223]

Awesome job Carissa and the rest of TBP team!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@eliade356]

Thank you for this video that also encourages us all to be those bearing witnesses of God! And also thank you for adding diversity to your team and this new voice of another expert!

[@TheJeanette99]

"Witness" was on my mind this morning. I was going to look it up and see what I could find. Now I know why.

[@eraliaa3219]

@@lamasabachthani2132 Allah has no son but had 3 daughters according to Islam's most trusted sources lol. And Jesus never denied worship from his followers. Here's a segment of Scripture where he asked Peter who he thinks he is: Matthew 16:13-20 New International Version (NIV) Peter Declares That Jesus Is the Messiah 13 When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” 14 They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” 16 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” 17 Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. 18 And I tell you that you are Peter,[a] and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades[b] will not overcome it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be[c] bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be[d] loosed in heaven.” 20 Then he ordered his disciples not to tell anyone that he was the Messiah."

[@stephenwilburn4012]

Outstanding video, as always! And it was wonderful hearing this one from Carissa! Thanks for lending your voice and bearing witness to Jesus!

[@SamC_182]

Amazing video as always, and I love the male narrators but she has a beautiful voice

[@SassyChelle]

Best KZbin channel ever made. Thank you all for your hard work. We need it and appreciate you. God bless🙏

[@urielvillanueva9204]

Glory be to YHWH King of the universe in the name of YAHSHUA HA MASHIACH

[@michaeldeo5068]

Amein,Truly!

[@Josemathie007]

Great video, as usual. Fantastic job Carissa! Loved the script and your voice as well. It's very cool to hear the word study "Witness" from a woman, the first witnesses of the resurrected Jesus. Very cool!

[@MatiasVega08]

Really nice female voice.. Nice to hear it, I just like Tim Mackie voice more 😂 but I'm glad that all can contribute to this blessing project!

[@doggiedodds]

Loving the lady."s voice as part of the team🙏❤️

[@huynhngocnamgiang]

I really enjoy the female narrative voice. She sounds so soothing

[@nirelleksenasitchoa108]

Wow, this was so beautiful and insightful. Thank you 💗

[@illusionfaderr5394]

Nobody: The Bible Project: Here’s another video with UNREAL quality, something casual, guys Honestly, thank you, you guys are the best qwp

[@j2B397]

I really loved it! Thank you for sharing!! I really love the dialogue between two people though about a certain subject. I really felt like I could take in more information and listen more that way!

[@patkirkc]

Love the new female narrator"s voice...I hope she sticks around.

[@aonewatchman]

"Women should remain silent in the churches. They are not allowed to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says." (1Corinthians 14:34) ...GOD

[@m88averick]

^ quoting scripture out of context is fun, isn't it?

[@aonewatchman]

@@m88averick Dear Confused Pilgrim Merrick Robison ... Please explain how this Scripture is out of context!

[@m88averick]

@@aonewatchman friend, the Bible Project is not a church.

[@aonewatchman]

@@m88averick Dear Pilgrim Merrick Robison ... You are wrong sir ... the church are the people ... NOT THE BUILDING! And Scripture says about women: Genesis 3:16 “To the woman He said: "I will sharply increase your pain in childbirth; in pain you will bring forth children. You will desire your husband, and he will rule over you." 1 Corinthians 14:34 “The women are to keep silent in the churches; for they are not permitted to speak, but are to subject themselves, just as the Law also says.” 1 Corinthians 14:35 “If they wish to inquire about something, they are to ask their own husbands at home; for it is dishonorable for a woman to speak in the church.” Ephesians 5:22 “Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord.” 1 Timothy 2:11 “A woman must learn in quietness and full submissiveness.” 1 Timothy 2:12 “I do not permit a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man; she is to remain quiet.” 1 Peter 3:1 “Wives, in the same way, submit yourselves to your husbands, so that even if they refuse to believe the word, they will be won over without words by the behavior of their wives.” Revelation 22:18-19 “I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues which are written in this book; 19 and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away his part from the tree of life and from the holy city, which are written in this book.” I Believe God and the Bible not the "traditions of men" ... Amen

[@joelmiller9481]

I like the detail of Boaz holding the Sandel. And Loved it Carissa and Loving the new podcasts with you and the awesome Jon and Tim

[@livingunashamed4869]

Who is Carissa? Her voice was great just totally threw me off lol.

[@bibleproject]

Hi Kevin! The new voice you are hearing is that of Carissa Quinn, our Digital Learning Manager at The Bible Project! She led the research and scriptwriting process of the recent Word Study - Witness video. Carissa joins Tim as one of our resident Bible scholars. She has her PhD in Hebrew Bible and MA in Teaching. Carissa joined our team in early 2019 as we increased the amount of theological writing across our many platforms, like our blog, website and social media channels. She will also be contributing to the research and writing for some videos we have planned. Since theological dialogue is an important part of our process for writing video scripts, you can expect to be hearing her voice in future podcasts and videos. Carissa brings her own perspective and expertise that will enrich our process and the videos we create, and Tim continues to oversee all of The Bible Project's content creation.

[@livingunashamed4869]

Awesome God bless guys :).

[@dridleyroberts]

I very much enjoyed Carissa’s conversation with Tim and Jon during the podcast. Thanks for adding a new voice to the videos!

[@lazycat7471]

@@bibleproject I'm so glad you guys added a female voice. I hope TBP will continue to be mindful of female and minority voices at all levels of your ministry.

[@youtubeaccount9000]

@@lazycat7471 here comes the intersectional gang! Are they diverse enough? Do they discriminate? Do the critical analysis.

[@freedom4683]

Thank you.. I’m learning so much from your Bible Project. Loving it 🥳🙏

[@Gambit1907]

i like the conversation aspect of the old videos helped me rember pls go back to the old way your not bad just easier to rember with the other way

[@troyfritzbottom495]

word study videos have never been conversational. its just been one person.

[@MatthewBurford]

Beautifully crafted and full of wisdom. Thank you all for your hard work!

[@m88averick]

Loving how people have forgotten that word studies have never had dialogue 😂

[@AbrahamIvie]

How could someone ever dislike these videos! Amazing work Bible Project crew!

[@cascade7777]

New speaker ! But a bit too fast. I miss the old one !

[@jonathandemartimprey6805]

This is sooooo good! I appreciate you guys so much

[@milkaren8193]

I liked the narrator voice. But literally had to listen to it several times to really concentrate on what is being said rather than how it is said.

[@taylorlib]

Milka Renjifo we All concentrate on the content before finally understanding....newness and change challenges. :D

[@jesusismyfirmfounation]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL, the voice was perfect as well!

[@ThereforeStand]

I don’t like the new voice. She doesn’t Have a teaching voice. I like the other two guys better, and white how they go back-and-forth. I just learned more from them.

[@clssgn]

Still here, still witnessing the great job you guys done with the illustration, and how you telling the story to people really amaze me. I mean really the design is really amazing and I am always out of focus when seeing it, mesmerized me to see more and more. God bless you people, and this project, so there will be more and more who will be saved day by day. God Bless You!

[@redpilledtrooper7523]

Just Curious.. Why the new narrator? I realise the Bible Project is a team but we all are used to Jon and Tim, who have very lovely radio voices. I feel like if she was there from day 1 it would make sense... I have seen this happen to other youtube creators I liked.. They get famous then decide to bring in a friend or something years into their work.. It divides the fan base to say the least. I just dont want to see yoko break up the band. Also she seems like a nice girl and a valuable asset. I heard her on the podcast. Im fine with her on that.. I think podcasts are great for guests. But the videos should be your thing I think. But its your experience with god. Do as you feel is right.

[@redpilledtrooper7523]

@@KairuHakubi if she is so much better then she can make her own thing. This is Jon and Tim's creation

[@joshpetit8298]

We should all focus on the content and not the one presenting it. Doing so will let us take what we hear for what it's meant. I'm also sure the regular presenters are fine sharing the spotlight.

[@chungyanwong7293]

Don't discourage the female narrator who has a sweet voice. Making videos is another form of art just like cooking. Sometimes diners want desserts in addition to eating main courses all the time, just as KZbinrs like adding twists to their new videos, you know

[@redpilledtrooper7523]

@@chungyanwong7293 the fact that people are divided on this proves my point. They should stick to just content and not making any changes to the formula. It already worked. Dont fix what isnt broken

[@chungyanwong7293]

@@redpilledtrooper7523 No No No.. Tim and Jon are not fixing what isn't broken. They don't need to fix anything in the first place. They are just adding sweets to what isn't broken

[@harveygitarista1600]

I love how all of your videos leads to our Lord Jesus.

[@magiccircle1022]

The word witness in Hebrew (Ed) is made of the letters Ayin and Dalet, which are eye and door.

[@mookyss]

That is not how languages work.

[@jonasrameder5327]

thank you JESUS and thank you Bible Project Team :) wish you Gods blessing

[@pparturo2007]

Only one observation. I prefer the original voices of the guys, if not it sounds like a comercial.

[@holysmokes4493]

Yeah me too. But like all things in life, change is inevitable and I suppose we can't expect Tim and Jon to do the voice work forever. It'll take some getting used to but I as long as they don't change it up dramatically, I can dig it.

[@GarrettEderer]

I'd say some of both would be great. Women and Men can both "Uwd" :)

[@aristomeliavidal1376]

It does doesn't it!? Yeah that's a good way to put it...

[@cindycin9]

I am your witness oh Lord!❤️

[@sailorstarrr]

I found the girl's voice to be a bit monotone which made it hard to focus on what was being said. I miss the guys who used to narrate. For some reason it was really easy to follow what they were saying.

[@cellebg]

Glory to God!!!! Great content and great visual illustrations! God bless all the crew!

[@tammypowell1368]

JESUS IS MOST DEFINITELY COMING BACK SO VERY SOON 💯✅🎉

[@annelauremostacero]

Nice to hear a female´s voice!!!! Thank you. And of course you have done a amazing job to put some light into this wonderful word “witness”!!!! God bless your ministry.

[@mikeintyler]

I’m Having a bit of a hard time getting around the new narrator- Jon and Tim, your voices are The Bible Project. It’s like listening to my little sister try to read Tolkien out loud. Not quite the impact as Rob Inglis - same words, wrong voice.

[@joeltimothyandco]

Really cool hearing a new voice in the word study series. Great job, guys, and great job, Carissa!

[@onsiteconsulting]

I love listening to the Bible Project but this narrator sounds like she is reading directly from a screen.

[@IntentionalityMentor]

Well done, creative, inspirational, insightful, and helpful. The Bible project does it again!

[@vl995]

She has a great voice, but idk, ive gotten so used to hearing teachings from a male voice...

[@davidresendiz7989]

tim Macke , he has awesome videos here on you tube

[@redpilledtrooper7523]

I agree. Nothing against her, but we fell in love with the bible project hearing the voices of jon and tim. While im aware other people work there, I didnt follow this project for 5 years to have another narrator jump in last minute. AVGN did the same thing when he constantly brought in Mike Matei. Killed his content. Hope this woman isnt a regular

[@foolfether]

I feel you. But I think it's because she has no storyteller prosody, as the other guys do.

[@Fallbr00kwhat]

@@foolfether DANG. That's a $10 word

[@mrsjrenee]

Yes yes yes! No offense, she's great, but I like the guys 😩

[@brentmosser1494]

Thank you for another informative and beautiful video to help illustrate who Jesus is, who we are, and how we can respond to what He has done. I really appreciate that you've introduced a female voice. Jon and Tim are wonderful and I do enjoy their discussion style format. I suppose a single voice was intentionally chosen for this topic and I hope to hear female voices in a dialogue style in some future videos. Thank you again for the good work that you're doing.