Posts tagged Jesus
Some Theologians Call for ‘Liturgical Audit’ To Combat Antisemitism

Acutely aware of the painful history of Christian participation and complicity in antisemitism, and a sharp increase in antisemitic incidents nationally and globally, Christian scholars and clergy are calling for a new level of reflection and accountability for churches, starting from the pulpit.

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Why Popular Faith-Based Films Like ‘The Chosen’ Aren’t Nominated For Oscars

Are faith projects such as “The Chosen” not considered for secular awards because of anti-Christian bias? While there is plenty of bias in Hollywood, the reason is a much more complicated one. Film critic Joseph Holmes delves into the issue in time for this Sunday’s Academy Awards ceremony.

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‘The Chosen’ Finale Brings An Uneven Ending To One Of Its Best Seasons

(REVIEW) While the Season 4 finale was weaker in its character payoffs than I would have liked, it still is the strongest season overall since the first. The stories are more focused, the drama more intense, the characters gelling more and the filmmaking seamlessly skillful. It’s what keeps me and the audience coming back for more.

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John Cooper Has Something To Say — And Thinks You Do, Too

John Cooper’s straightforward opinions mirror the musical style that has brought numerous awards and nominations over the years. Around 2013, Cooper, by his own description, was an “average, Christian layperson who loved God, loved my church and loved my Bible.” He had a successful music career, and doing anything outside of that could potentially endanger the comfort he enjoyed.

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‘The Chosen’ Season 4 Part 2: A Darker Jesus Shines

(REVIEW) “The Chosen” remains one of the strongest pieces of faith-based content being produced these days. The fourth season is, on balance, one of the strongest to date despite some flaws. Hopefully, the groundwork being laid in these middle episodes will feel worth it in the future. 

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‘The Chosen’s’ Shocking Season 4 Premiere Proves A Gutsy Winner

(REVIEW) Overall, this new season of “The Chosen” is its strongest one since the first. If it can build on this with the rest of the season, then it’s possible — as hard as it might be to believe — that Season 4 might be its best to date. Season 4 of “The Chosen” is exclusively in theaters from Feb. 1-14 and later via streaming.

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Lil Nas X Marks Comeback In Controversial Fashion With ‘J Christ’

(REVIEW) Famous musician Lil Nas X is making his “comeback” to music — to do it, he’s paying homage to Jesus, “who had the greatest comeback of all time.” The single, “J Christ,” and its music video are saturated with over-the-top, “scandalous” religious images that have generated more than their fair share of controversy.

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‘The Book of Clarence’ A Satisfying Remix of Familiar Biblical Movie Formulas

“The Book of Clarence” is an entertaining and God-glorifying hero’s journey story of redemption that – if not for some of its PG-13 material and off-beat style – would be right at home in any faith-based movie environment, but far better quality-wise than most.

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C.J. Stroud Praises Jesus As Houston Texans Make The NFL Playoffs

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud — one of this season’s rising stars in the NFL — isn’t just known for throwing touchdown passes and getting his team into the playoffs. Stroud also made headlines for his faith after thanking Jesus following his team’s 23-19 win over the Indianapolis Colts this past Saturday, earning the team a spot in the playoffs that start this weekend.

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New Christmas Movies No Longer Think Jesus Is The Reason For The Season

(ANALYSIS) Modern Christmas movies have become less religious than classics like “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and “It’s a Wonderful Life.” There are several possible reasons for this as America becomes more secular and the holiday’s religious roots give way to other values.

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How African Refugees Are Celebrating Christmas This Year

As most people take a break to gather and celebrate Christmas with family and friends, for tens of thousands of Africans that have fled threats, wars, turmoil and persecution at home, this is a moment that their homesickness is heightened. Many of them find solace in the church and connecting with relatives on social media.

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Jesus vs. John Wick: Loving Killers More Than The Savior 

(OPINION) Jesus instructs us to be meek and gentle the way our authority figures have always instilled in us, following Jesus can feel like giving into more social conformity. Jesus, it seems, does not seem to be either able or willing to protect us when we need it or to give us a model for how to protect ourselves and those we love.

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Netflix’s ‘The Chosen One’ Proves (Again) Why We Still Need Faith-Based Films

(REVIEW) Netflix wastes its brilliant premise and ending twist with “The Chosen One” on a shallow treatment of religion that actually makes one grateful that the faith-based film industry alternative exists. The six-part series is based on the first graphic novel in the trilogy, titled “Chosen,” and follows a 12-year-old boy named Jodie.

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Jesus and AI: A Chatbot Willing To Take On Questions Of All Kinds

(ANALYSIS) No one has called Jesus an internet guru — that is, until now. In his latest role as an “AI Jesus,” Jesus stands, rather awkwardly, as a white man, dressed in a hooded brown-and-white robe, available 24/7 to answer any and all questions on his Twitch channel.

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Experience the Life of Jesus with ‘The Nazarene’ Exhibit: Authentic or Hoax?

While the 2,000-year-old ossuary is seemingly genuine, the underlying issue is whether its Paleo-Hebrew inscription is the real deal or a clever fake replete with ersatz patina that was planted to fool experts.

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Yes, Protestants Disagree With The Ancient Churches On The Status Of The Siblings Of Jesus

(OPINION) On the age-old but ever-debated topic of whether Jesus had brothers and sisters, The Guy would answer that — as is often the case — it depends on what church is fielding the question. From ancient times, Catholicism and Orthodoxy have said no. But virtually all Protestants since Martin Luther’s time have said yes.

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Religious Liter-AI-cy Part 2: An Interview With Alexa, Amazon’s AI

(Religious Liter-AI-cy): In comparison with Siri, Alexa’s answers were very winsome and detail oriented. She elaborates more on the answers to the questions asked, often without making a reference to a specific web source, making the interview more seamless and in depth. Alexa seems more intelligent and, dare I say, personal.

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Did Siri Go to Sunday School? An Interview with Apple’s AI

Artificial Intelligence programs such as ChatGPT continue to become more popular and accessible. With many questioning the future of AI and its implications, we asked Apple’s Siri a series of questions about different religious faiths.

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