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The Shining Face: Exodus 34:1-10, 29-35
Cinematic retelling of Moses' face shining after seeing God
Love in Action: Romans 12:9-21
Experiential vignette showing Romans 12:9-21 lived out
The Four Horsemen: Revelation 6:1-17
Cinematic retelling of the six seals and four horsemen
In Our Image: Genesis 1:24-31
Cinematic retelling of the sixth day of creation and humanity's creation
The House on the Hill: Philemon's Church in Colossae
A historical reconstruction of Philemon's house church in Colossae, setting the scene for Paul's letter. Explores the social dynamics of early Christian gatherings where slaves, freedmen, and citizens shared space as siblings. Shows Philemon as a generous host whose love has "refreshed the hearts of the saints."
Lord, Save Me: Matthew 14:22-33
Cinematic retelling of Jesus walking on water and Peter's attempt
Demons and Discipline: The Spirit's Warning
A vivid retelling of 1 Timothy 4:1-16, showing the Spirit's explicit warning about demonic doctrines of asceticism contrasted with Paul's charge to Timothy for disciplined godliness. The young pastor must train like an athlete, refuse demonic myths, and watch both life and doctrine for the sake of his own salvation and his hearers'.
Building on the Foundation: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23
Experiential vignette of Corinthians hearing about building on the foundation
Paul's Anguish: Romans 9:1-5
Apostolic dictation scene of Paul's anguish for Israel
The Cup in the Garden: Mark 14:27-42
Cinematic retelling of Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane
Like a Nursing Mother: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Vivid retelling of Paul's ministry in Thessalonica
Mary in the Garden: John 20:1-18
Cinematic retelling of Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb
Bone of My Bones: Genesis 2:18-25
Cinematic retelling of Eve's creation and the first marriage
When You Pray: Matthew 6:5-15
Cinematic retelling of Jesus teaching the Lord's Prayer
In Our Image: Genesis 1:24-31
Cinematic retelling of the sixth day of creation and humanity's creation
The Unknown God: Acts 17:16-34
Cinematic retelling of Paul preaching at the Areopagus
Little Girl, Get Up: Mark 5:35-43
Cinematic retelling of Jesus raising Jairus' daughter from the dead
The Armor of God: Ephesians 6:10-20
Experiential vignette showing Ephesians 6:10-20 - armor of God
Cursed Ground and Coming Seed: Genesis 3:14-24
Cinematic retelling of the curses and the first gospel promise
The Secret of Contentment: Philippians 4:10-20
Apostolic dictation of Paul's contentment passage
Let My People Go: Exodus 7-11 (The Plagues)
Cinematic retelling of the ten plagues on Egypt
The Fountains of the Deep: Genesis 7:11-24
Cinematic retelling of the flood destroying the world
Thirsty for God: Psalm 42
Cinematic retelling of Psalm 42 on longing for God
My Lord and My God: John 20:19-29
Cinematic retelling of Thomas encounter with risen Jesus