The Parables of Jesus

The Parables of Jesus - [Animated Bible Story]

The Parables of Jesus . . .

Three of the best loved parables, The Talents, The Rich Man and Lazarus, and the Two Sons, are presented together to reinforce important principles.

"The disciples came to him and asked, 'Why do you speak to the people in parables?' 'This is why I speak to them in parables: Though seeing, they do not see; though hearing, they do not hear or understand.'" – Matthew 13:10, 13 (NIV) Jesus often taught His followers using stories called parables. 

Three of the best-loved parables—the Parable of the Talents, the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, and the Parable of the Two Sons—are presented together to reinforce important principles. They teach us how to be good stewards of our time and of the things that we have been given. In a world of self-centeredness, these timeless truths help us to focus on our faith in God and on His power to help us live our lives in accordance with His teachings. 

Did You Know?

•  The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus has been called the most vivid account of the afterlife to be found in the New Testament!

“The disciples came to him and asked, ‘Why do you speak to the people in parables?’ ‘This is why I speak to them in parables: Though seeing, they do not see; though hearing, they do not hear or understand.’”                                    – Matthew 13:10, 13 (NIV)

Main Characters:
Jesus, the two sons, Lazarus, the rich man and the three servants 

Scriptural References: 
Matthew 13: 11-17; Matthew 21: 28-32; Matthew 25: 14-30; Luke 16: 19-31

Overall Theme: 
The video reinforces the principles of forgiveness, compassion and stewardship.  The parables teach us to be good stewards of our time and the things we have been given.

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Summary: 
The Parables of Jesus includes three of the most loved parables: The Two Sons, The Rich Man and Lazarus and The Talents. 

The video begins with Jesus telling the story of the two sons. It is harvest time and the two sons cannot be found.  Their father searches out to find his sons so the harvest would not be lost.  The oldest son, who is suppose to inherit the vineyard, is found relaxing by the shore and promises to come help but does not. The younger son is frustrated about doing all the work since his brother will inherit the land.  He refusing to come help, but changes his mind and returns to the vineyard to ask his father for forgiveness and to help with the harvest. In the end, the father rewards the youngest son with the vineyard because he was always there for him and used his time wisely. 

Next, the parable of The Rich Man and Lazarus is told by Jesus. Lazarus is very poor and is searching for food in front of a rich man’s house.  He begs for the scraps from the rich man’s plate.  The rich man refuses to help Lazarus.  Both Lazarus and the rich man die and find themselves in two very different places. Father Abraham welcomes and comforts Lazarus while the rich man is in torment because of his actions on earth. 

The last parable, The Talents, is a teaching about the Kingdom of Heaven. A master is preparing to go on a long  journey and leaves his three servants entrusted with his property and money.  He instructs them to multiply their coins and that there will be an accounting upon his return.  All will receive the same reward if they do their best. Two of the three use their time wisely, multiply their coins and help others while investing their money.  The third servant does not use his time wisely nor invest his money. Upon the master’s return, he rewards the two servants whom used their time wisely and for the good of others, while the third is not rewarded because he did not use the talents that he was given. 

Did You Know? 
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus has been called the most vivid account of the afterlife to be found in the New Testament!

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Lazarus Lives

Lazarus Lives - [Animated Bible Story]

Lazarus Lives . . .

Lazarus is resurrected after four days and life is restored. Martha, Mary and the others receive Jesus’ promise for eternal life.

Mortals' greatest fear is death. The story Lazarus Lives gives assurance that Jesus has all power over death. This is miraculously shown when the Master calls and Lazarus comes forth after lying dead in a tomb for four days. When Jesus comes to Beathany to meet Lazarus' sisters, Martha and Mary, He doesn't perform this intense, personal miracle immediately. First, He mourns with them and His friends witness the deep love He has for His friends. Martha and Mary's tears of sorrow are changed instantly to joy when their brother Lazarus' life is restored and they received Jesus' Promise of eternal life.


“.  .  . Jesus called in a loud voice, ‘Lazarus, come out!’”
                                                                  – John 11:43 (NIV)

The Lazarus Lives Bible video gives assurance that Jesus Christ has power over death!

When the Master travels to Bethany to meet Lazarus’ sisters (Martha and Mary), we see that Lazarus has lain dead in the tomb for four days. Weeping, the Savior mourns the death of His dear friend. He also admonishes Martha and says that “if [she] believe[s], [she] will see the glory of God” (John 11:40). Martha and Mary’s tears of sorrow turn into shouts of joy when their brother Lazarus is awakened! By Jesus’ raising Lazarus from the dead, those present come to understand the Savior’s promise of eternal life to all who believe in Him.

Main Characters:
Simon of Bethany, Simon’s daughter – Sarah, Daniel, Lazarus, Mary, Martha, Jordan, Jesus, Peter, the disciples

Scripture:
John 5:13, 25-29, 10:17-18, 11:1-3, 7-8, 14-15, 17, 20-32, 34, 39-41, 42-44, 16:14; Luke 9:22; 10:30, 39-42, 11:29-30, 18:31-34; Mark 8:31-33, 10:32-34; Matthew 12:30, 12:39-40, 16:4, 21-23, 20:17-19

Overall Theme:
A powerful lesson in life after death — through Jesus we have power over the grave.

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Summary:
The story opens in a cave — a Leper colony. One of its members, Simon, has a daughter, Sarah, who is also afflicted and gravely ill. Simon is a friend of Lazarus and was his previous business partner before he took ill.

Meanwhile, Lazarus and his sister, Mary, prepare care packages for Simon and the others at the Leper colony. Mary has made a special doll for Sarah. They go to visit the Leper colony to deliver the care packages, including the doll. When they arrive, they receive the news that Sarah has died from her leprosy.

Stricken with grief, Lazarus and Mary return to their home. Lazarus then goes to town and delivers letters from the Lepers to their families and friends who are not afflicted. While in town, Lazarus witnesses Jesus healing a sick woman. Moved by the experience, Lazarus rushes home to tell his two sisters. He gathers his belongings and goes to his friend, Simon, at the Leper colony.

He finds Simon and then takes him to town to see Jesus. Christ heals the afflicted Simon of his leprosy. In thanksgiving and appreciation, Mary invites Jesus back to their home for dinner and rest. When Jesus leaves, he asks if He may return and visit some day.

On one trip to Lazarus’s house, Jesus visits with Mary and Martha as Lazarus is in Jerusalem with Simon. Mary kneels at Jesus’ feet to listen to His words while Martha serves. Jesus encourages Martha to join them and partake of what is more important —  fellowship and a lesson about God’s glory through victory over death.

In Jerusalem, Lazarus takes ill and Simon brings him home to his sisters. Martha beckons Simon to go and bring Jesus back. The story cuts to a scene where Jesus and some of His disciples are met on the streets by some skeptics. They inquire whether or not He is truly God’s son. They want Him to prove it. Jesus responds by sharing the story of Jonah who lay three days in the belly of a whale and then was set free.

The disciples are confused about the story of Jonah and ask Jesus to explain further. He foretells of His own crucifixion, death, and resurrection on the third day. Peter challenges Jesus — not understanding the necessity of Jesus’ own death and resurrection for the salvation of mankind. Jesus’ power over death is the ultimate glory to God.

Simon finds Jesus and the disciples and beckons Jesus to come to His friend, Lazarus, who is gravely ill. Jesus explains that Lazarus is already dead but goes to him in order to show the disciples and the others of His power over death. When Jesus arrives, Martha explains that Lazarus has been dead for four days. He instructs Martha to get Mary and come to Lazarus’ tomb.

When they arrive at the tomb, He directs that the stone should be removed from the tomb much to the astonishment of Lazarus’ sisters and His own disciples. As the stone is removed, Jesus calls out “Lazarus come forth.” Jesus explains that He has done this so that all may truly believe that He, the son of God, has power over death.

Background:
The story of Lazarus is recorded for us in John, chapter 11. In this powerful story Jesus demonstrates through the raising of Lazarus from the dead the various issues regarding the raising of each of us from the dead.

In this story Jesus is careful to teach that there is both an important, immediate, component which we receive from following him and another deferred component which we will each experience at the end of the age.

Jesus gets Martha to recount both components. The first is the resurrection of the dead on the “last day”. The other is what happens to us now when we put our belief in Jesus. Jesus takes us and raises us to a new life even now as we await that eventual resurrection later.

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The Kingdom of Heaven

The Kingdom of Heaven

The Kingdom of Heaven . . . 

In simple language, this series of favorite parables explains Heaven to a child and how to get there. “Parable of the Sower and the Seed,” the “Parable of the Wheat and the Tares,” the “Parable of the Pearl,” and the “Parable of the Ten Virgins.”

"Jesus told them another parable: 'The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field.'"
                                                                —Matthew 13:24 [NIV]

If Jesus used parables to teach about truth, we would do well to follow His example!

As Jesus teaches the people each parable, some begin to understand what the Kingdom of Heaven is like and accept Christ's gift of eternal life. Unfortunately, others have"ears that will not hear" and are not willing to become followers of the Savior.

Main Characters:
Jesus and the Disciples; the doubters: Boaz, Jeremiah and David; The Planter of Wheat; The Merchant of the Pearl; Leah and the Maidens

Scriptural References:
Matthew 13:3-30, Matthew 13:40, Matthew 12:45-46, Matthew 25:1-13 & Matthew 25:34-40

Overall Theme:
Jesus uses the parables of the Wheat and the Tares, the Merchant and the Pearl, and the Ten Maidens to describe our relationship to the Kingdom of Heaven.  How His listeners respond to His stories tells us much about whether they will be included in the Kingdom of Heaven.

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*Eng Subtitle - The Kindom of Heaven (SRT)

Summary:
The Kingdom of Heaven is a series of short stories including the Sower and the Seed, the Wheat and the Tares, and the Parable of the Ten Virgins.  As Jesus teaches the people each parable, some begin to understand what the “Kingdom is Heaven” is like.  Unfortunately, some have “ears that will not hear” and are not willing to become followers of the Savior.  At the Second Coming they will not be counted as His own. be counted as His own.

A group of early disciples listens to Jesus tell the inspiring stories of the Kingdom of Heaven.  He explains that the Kingdom of Heaven is like a man who has planted a field of wheat.  We see an enemy at night, scattering bad seed—the seed of the weed-like tare—among the good seed planted in the man’s field of wheat.  As a result, the wheat and tares grow up intermingled.  Harvest is the time of reckoning.  The farmer tells his men to gather first the tares and then the wheat.  The unwanted tares are cast into a fire.  Jeremiah, one of the listeners, begins to understand the meanings behind Jesus’ words, but his faith is shaken by Boaz, who declares that Jesus blasphemes.

In the parable of the pearl,  a wealthy merchant discovers a perfect pearl and willingly gives all he has for the beautiful pearl.  A young man, David, decides that he can no longer listen to Jesus.  David cannot bear to give up all the things he has worked for in this world in exchange for the Kingdom of Heaven.

Jesus then tells the Ten Maidens parable.  Five of the ten maidens waiting for the wedding feast of Judah have come unprepared, with no oil for their lamps.  Arriving at night, they ask to be let in but no one has extra oil for them.

Drawing on the meaning of the parables, Jesus explains to His followers that there are those who hear the word of God but refuse to understand it.

Background:
The gift of eternal life is not accepted by everyone.  These parables give examples how we, like the characters in the stories, may be distracted by the “thing” of the world and not accept the joy Jesus has to offer.

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Lord I Believe

Lord I Believe

Lord I Believe . . .

Lord, I Believe is a collection of three stories where Jesus teaches His disciples the power of faith. First, a kind Roman centurion kneels before the Master and pleads for his dying servant. The servant is healed because he asked in faith nothing doubting. Saying “weep not,” Jesus raises the son of the poor widow of Nain. Lastly, a man with weak faith begs the Master to make his son whole. Jesus answers, “ all things are possible to the one who believes,” and heals the child.

"'Immediately the boy's father cried out and said, 'I do believe; help my unbelief!'"
– Mark 9:24 [NASB]

The award-winning Lord, I Believe DVD is a Christian video that contains several stories about Jesus teaching His disciples about the power of faith. First, a kind Roman Centurion kneels before the Master and pleads for his dying servant. Secondly, Jesus raises the son of the poor widow of Nain. Thirdly, Jesus heals the blind men. Lastly, a man with weak faith begs the Master to make his son whole.

Main Characters:
Jesus, a Roman centurion, Flavis, Joel and his son, Caleb, and the two blind men, Izzy and Ben

Scriptural References:
Matthew 8: 5-10; Luke 7: 12-15; Matthew 10: 1-9; Matthew 17: 14-18; Matthew 9: 27-30; Matthew 17: 20

Overall Theme:
Jesus uses three inspiring stories to teach the power of faith. Jesus teaches that if our faith is only the size of a tiny mustard seed, nothing shall be impossible.

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Summary:
Lord, I Believe combines three stories to teach the magnificent power of faith.   In this video, Jesus is teaching His disciples through word and deed that nothing shall be impossible for those that believe in Him.

In the beginning, a Roman centurion, Flavis, is imprisoning men who could not afford to pay their taxes, while Jesus helps those in need. Later, Flavis asks his servant, Licea, about the man named Jesus. Licea tells him that Jesus is the Messiah, Lord.  Suddenly Licea, falls ill and collapses.  A doctor tells Flavis that his servant will not live until morning, so Flavis runs to see Jesus and bows before Him asking Jesus to help his servant, his friend. Jesus says He will come and heal him.  The centurion says he is not worthy to have Jesus in his home, and if Jesus says it is so, then it will be so. Jesus speaks of the centurion’s great faith and tells Flavis that his servant is healed. Flavis returns home to find his servant healed.  They both rejoice and thank Jesus.  This story ends with the centurion freeing those in jail.

The next story is of a boy, Caleb, who is uncontrollable and possessed.  A doctor says there is no cure.  Joel, Caleb’s father, tries paying many preachers to heal his child with no success. Joel does not believe that his son can be healed through preachers.

Next a scene of Jesus teaching his disciples appears.  In this scene, Jesus tells Peter that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. Then Jesus sees a grieving widow woman with her dead son.  Jesus places His hands on the boy and tells him to arise.  He gets up, and the woman and the boy rejoice and praise Jesus.  A scene of Jesus teaching His twelve disciples follows, and Jesus gives them the power to heal, cast out demons and raise the dead.  He tells them to go and do as they have seen for no money; for that which was received freely should be given freely. He reminds them that all things are possible to those that believe.

Next, the story of the two blind men, Ben and Izzy, begins.  It shows them making a doll for Joel’s son Caleb and begging for pennies to eat. They do not receive any money, so they go to the house of Joel who gives them food. While they are eating some bread, Joel’s wife, Corrine, runs home and tells of a Rabbi named Jesus that raised a boy from the dead, and that Jesus has given His powers to twelve of His disciples.  Joel says he does not have any more money for preachers.  Corrine tells him that these twelve do not take money. They take Caleb to see Peter, one of the twelve disciples.  Peter tries twice to heal Caleb, but the boy remains uncontrollable. Joel calls them fakes and leaves.  The two blind men are searching for the twelve disciples also in hopes of being cured. A man takes them to Jesus who has just entered the city.  Jesus asks them if they believe He can heal.  They both answer with a definite yes.  

According to their faith, Ben and Izzy can see and begin rejoicing and praising Jesus.  Jesus tells them to leave and tell no one of this miracle. After helping others in need, they go to the house of Joel.  Joel questions them about how they can see, and they say nothing.  Corrine recognizes that the miracle was from Jesus. As Jesus and His disciples were leaving town, Joel appears carrying Caleb and asks Jesus for help. Jesus says that all is possible for those that believe. Joel asks the Lord to help him in his unbelief.  Jesus commands the evil spirits out of the boy and he is healed. Joel rejoices and thanks Jesus.

Background:
Jesus teaches His twelve disciples through words and deeds about the magnificent power of faith.  His disciples witness many miracles and see that through the power of faith, all things are possible, giving hope to anyone willing to say, “Lord, I believe.” Jesus teaches that if our faith is only the size of a tiny mustard seed, nothing shall be impossible.

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Forgive Us Our Debts

Forgive Us Our Debts

Forgive Us Our Debts . . .

After Peter clashes with a tax collector, Jesus speaks to him about forgiveness. Parable of the Unmerciful Servant [also known as the Parable of the Unforgiving Official] with the teachings of Jesus to His disciples. Jesus teaches Peter about the power to forgive and how to control his anger at those who do him wrong. Christ tells the story about a man who owes his King ten thousand talents to demonstrate that the ability to forgive comes from our Heavenly Father. In the end, the King takes pity and forgives the man of the debt. Ironically, however, the pardoned man leaves the King’s presence and immediately casts one of his own debtors into prison.

"And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins."'
– Mark 11:25 [NIV]

How many times should we forgive? Find out in Forgive Us Our Debts!

Forgive Us Our Debts combines a classic parable about forgiveness with the teachings of Jesus to His disciples. Jesus teaches Peter about the power to forgive and how to control his anger at those who do him wrong. Christ tells the story about a man who owes his King ten thousand talents to demonstrate that the ability to forgive comes from our Heavenly Father. In the end, the King takes pity and forgives the man of the debt. Ironically, however, the pardoned man leaves the King’s presence and immediately casts one of his own debtors into prison.

Main Characters:
Jesus, Peter, the other Disciples; temple tax collectors; the Wise King, the foolish Hazor, and the good but poor Micah.

Scriptural References:
Matthew 17:22-27, Matthew 18:21-35 & Mark 11:25

Overall Theme:
Through examples and parables, Jesus leads Peter to learn the power of forgiveness and how to control his anger at those who do him wrong.  Through Peter’s experience, we learn the lesson of forgiveness.

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Summary:
As Peter looks over the day’s excellent catch of fish, two demanding tax collectors come up to his boat.  Mocking Peter’s faith in Christ, they tell Peter they will return the next day to collect their tax for the temple.

Jesus tells the angry Peter to forgive the tax collectors and to go to the sea and cast in his line.  There, as Jesus foretold, Peter catches a fish.  In the mouth of the fish is the money to pay the tax.  However, Peter is still angry and pays the tax with bitterness in his heart.

Peter asks Jesus”How many times do I forgive a man who has done me wrong?” Jesus tells Peter that he must forgive everyone not just once, or seven times, but “seven times seventy times.”

Jesus relates the parable of the foolish and proud Hazor who owes a large debt to the King.  Unable to pay the debt, the man begs the King’s forgiveness.  The merciful King forgives Hazor of the debt.

Leaving the palace, Hazor meets Micah, a poor man who owes him money.  Hazor insists Micah pay him immediately. “Just a little more time,” Micah pleads. Hazor, although forgiven by the King, angrily refuses to forgive and sends Micah to prison.

When the King finds out about Hazor’s hard-hearted act, he orders Micah released and arrests Hazor in his place.  The King tells Hazor, “I would love to show you mercy, but how can I forgive you, when you refuse to forgive others?”

Peter interprets the parable to Jesus, explaining that the wise King represents God, and His forgiveness is there for all of us, if we can accept it and freely forgive others.

Peter forgives the dumb-founded tax collectors.  Peter is now able to spread this new message of forgiveness to    others, even to the tax collectors themselves.

Background:
In Forgive Us Our Debts, we see Jesus’ message of forgiveness in action. This powerful video reminds us that we are all debtors    graciously forgiven by God.  Jesus paid the debt we owed for our sins, and He calls us to respond by extending similar grace to others.

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Worthy Is the Lamb

Worthy Is the Lamb - [Animated Bible Story]

Worthy Is the Lamb . . .

Experience the Passion of Christ. Witness the fulfillment of ancient prophecies. Pray with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, “Not my will, but thy will be done.” Feel the betrayal of Judas’ kiss. Endure the trial and crucifixion as Jesus willingly submits. Rejoice in the knowledge that Jesus’ death and resurrection provides pardon for our sin.

Jesus knows he has been sent by God as the Messiah to fulfill the foretold prophesies of the Old Testament prophets and the long awaited cries of the Jewish people. His courage, love, mercy and grace are all represented through his ultimate sacrifice. Worthy is the Lamb is an account of the last days of Jesus' ministry. Jesus has been preparing his followers for his death, burial and resurrection. As he tells his disciples of the final days ahead, he discloses that one of them will betray him. Judas feels unappreciated for his work in keeping up the financial portion of the ministry. As a result of his frustration, he has been taking money from the contributions given by the people, and yet feels he deserves more.

All of the disciples are concerned by this accusation from Jesus and don't seem to notice as Judas leaves. The Jewish leaders have been angered by Jesus' proclamation of being the long awaited Messiah. Their own power and authority are at stake if Pontus Pilate, the Roman Emperor, thinks the Jews have acquired too much power. The Sanhedrin, the Jewish leaders, are looking for a way to stop Jesus without angering the people. Judas offers to betray Jesus for 30 pieces of silver. Jesus is betrayed by Judas as he is praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. He had asked the disciples to keep watch over him, but they all fell asleep, and the Roman guards arrive to arrested him.

When Peter tries to fight off the soldiers with a sword, Jesus heals the wounded Roman solider and reminds Peter that those who live by the sword will also die by the sword. The disciples fear for their lives and go into hiding. The Sanhedrin accuses Jesus of blasphemy. Caiphas demands that Jesus be brought before Pontius Pilate. Pilate finds no fault in Jesus' behavior and offers him up to the people. Passover is a time that the Romans allow a prisoner to be released. Barabbas was a convicted murder, and Jesus was accused of blasphemy. The people shout to deliver Barabbas and to crucify Jesus. Peter is accused of being a follower of Jesus and denies knowing him. Judas realizes he has betrayed an innocent man and can no longer live with the guilt. Jesus is scourged and nailed to a cross. Unknowingly, his family and friends look on with great sorrow and despair, as Jesus conquers sin and death. He prays for those who persecute him and then gives his spirit up to heaven so that the prophecy might soon be fulfilled through his resurrection.

Worthy is the Lamb

(Holy Week)

Worthy is the Lamb is an accurate account of the last days of Jesus’ ministry. Jesus has been preparing his followers for his death, burial and resurrection. As he tells his disciples of the final days ahead, he discloses that one of them will betray him. All of the disciples are concerned by this accusation from Jesus but don’t seem to notice as Judas leaves. Jesus is greeted with praise and hosannas as He triumphantly enters Jerusalem. The praise of the people is met with hostility and the jealous anger of some of the unscrupulous leaders. After He is betrayed by the kiss of Judas, He endures suffering and crucifixion. But as the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ rises again! All that was written by the Old Testament prophets is accomplished!

"Jesus took the Twelve aside and told them, 'We are going up to Jerusalem, and everything that is written by the prophets about the Son of Man will be fulfilled."
– Luke 18:31

Worthy is the Lamb is an accurate account of the last days of Jesus' ministry. Jesus has been preparing his followers for his death, burial and resurrection. As he tells his disciples of the final days ahead, he discloses that one of them will betray him. All of the disciples are concerned by this accusation from Jesus but don't seem to notice as Judas leaves.

Main Characters:
Jesus, Judas, Peter, Mary, Caiaphas and Pontius Pilate

Scriptural References:
Matthew 26; 27:1-50; Mark 11:1-10; Luke 18:31

Overall Theme:
Jesus knows he has been sent by God as the Messiah to fulfill the foretold prophesies of the Old Testament prophets and the long awaited cries of the Jewish people. His courage, love, mercy and grace are all represented through his ultimate sacrifice.

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Summary:
Worthy is the Lamb is an account of the last days of Jesus’ ministry. Jesus has been preparing his followers for his death, burial and resurrection. As he tells his disciples of the final days ahead, he discloses that one of them will betray him. Judas feels unappreciated for his work in keeping up the financial portion of the ministry. As a result of his frustration, he has been taking money from the contributions given by the people, and yet feels he deserves more. All of the disciples are concerned by this accusation from Jesus and don’t seem to notice as Judas leaves.

The Jewish leaders have been angered by Jesus’ proclamation of being the long awaited Messiah. Their own power and authority are at stake if Pontus Pilate, the Roman Emperor, thinks the Jews have acquired too much power. The Sanhedrin, the Jewish leaders, are looking for a way to stop Jesus without angering the people. Judas offers to betray Jesus for 30 pieces of silver.

Jesus is betrayed by Judas as he is praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. He had asked the disciples to keep watch over him, but they all fell asleep, and the Roman guards arrive to arrested him. When Peter tries to fight off the soldiers with a sword, Jesus heals the wounded Roman solider and reminds Peter that those who live by the sword will also die by the sword. The disciples fear for their lives and go into hiding.

The Sanhedrin accuses Jesus of blasphemy. Caiphas demands that Jesus be brought before Pontius Pilate. Pilate finds no fault in Jesus’ behavior and offers him up to the people.

Passover is a time that the Romans allow a prisoner to be released. Barabbas was a convicted murder, and Jesus was accused of blasphemy. The people shout to deliver Barabbas and to crucify Jesus.

Peter is accused of being a follower of Jesus and denies knowing him. Judas realizes he has betrayed an innocent man and can no longer live with the guilt. Jesus is scourged and nailed to a cross. Unknowingly, his family and friends look on with great sorrow and despair, as Jesus conquers sin and death. He prays for those who persecute him and then gives his spirit up to heaven so that the prophecy might soon be fulfilled through his resurrection.

Background:
Hundreds of years before Jesus, the suffering and crucifixion of him were foretold in the following scriptures: Isaiah 53:3-5; Zechariah 12:10; and Psalms 22:1, 7, 8, 16-10. Jesus and his disciples were Jews. The Jewish leaders did not accept him as the Messiah and feared his growing power with the people.

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He is Risen

He is Risen

He is Risen . . .

(Holy Week)

The most powerful story of all – from Christ’s heroic sacrificial death on the cross to the glorious joy of the resurrection on Easter, to his miraculous ascension.

He is Risen is an accurate narrative that helps children understand Christ's resurrection and ascension into Heaven. Use this interactive Bible video to teach the story of the greatest miracle of all— the resurrection of Jesus Christ!

Main Characters:
Jesus, the Disciples, Mary Magdalene, Pontius Pilate and Caiaphas

Scripture References:
Matthew 26-27, Mark 14:26-16:20, Luke 22-24 & John 18-21

Overall Theme:
Jesus dies on the cross and is buried in a sealed tomb only to be raised on the third day, celebrated as Easter morning. Appearing to the Disciples and His followers, Jesus compels them with the message that they must spread His teachings, and make disciples of men, then Jesus ascends into Heaven.

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Summary:
A young boy, Daniel, witnesses the death of Jesus by crucifixion on Calvary where a Roman Centurion confirms, "Truly this man was the son of God." Storms rage and an earthquake shakes the land at Jesus’ death.

Daniel hurries back to the Disciples, who are hiding from Roman soldiers, with the news of Jesus’ death. Meanwhile, Joseph of Arimathaea and Nicodemus prepare Jesus’ body, bury it in a tomb cut into a hillside and cover the entrance with a huge stone.

Caiaphas, the Pharisee high priest, who did not accept Jesus as the Messiah, visits Pontius Pilate, counseling Pilate to seal the tomb since Jesus’ followers said He would rise from death on the third day. Pilate agrees and posts guards, but angels appear and the tomb splits open in a glorious burst of light. Jesus first appears to Mary Magdalene when she visits the empty tomb. Then Jesus appears to the Disciples. He entrusts Simon Peter to take care of His "lambs and sheep", and preaches for 40 days, asking His followers to teach His words to all peoples, everywhere.

His mission on earth completed, Jesus ascends into heaven in a stirring climax to the video, telling His followers He will come again. "Come quickly, Lord Jesus," says the boy Daniel. "I’ll always be watching for You."

Background:
Celebration of Good Friday and Easter commemorates Jesus’ death and resurrection – the core of Christianity. Jesus died to break the power of sin and to restore our relationship with God. The resurrection assures us of our eternal life-victory over death, symbolizing hope for all humanity. Jesus called His Disciples to spread the good news of the Gospel, a call that speaks to us today.

He is risen - Animated Bible Story. Mp4 DOWNLOAD
*Eng Subtitle - He is risen (SRT)