“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God.” John 1:1
What some of you probably don’t know is that John is my favorite gospel, tied with Genesis for my favorite book in the Bible. When I first learned about the
Lumo Project and that John would be the first gospel produced, I knew I wanted to see it. I wanted everyone to see it — if it was good enough.
Well, I am happy to say it is not only good enough — it is even better — it is awesome (in every sense of the overused word)! Currently (as of December 1st), you can watch The Gospel of John on Netflix. You can choose two English versions or a Spanish version. You are only limited by your access to Netflix. Our internet speed is too slow to utilize the service. Our sneak peek of the film (hosted elsewhere) was in HD and had many glitches – due to our internet speed, not the film or the host. Most of my children (those 8 and up) really enjoyed watching. Once they realized what they were hearing was word-for-word Scripture, they pulled out their Bibles. The younger ones were not as captivated. Family friendly? Yes. Dry or boring? No! The appeal is definitely for those mid-elementary age and older though.
You may be wondering why there are two English versions. First, you need to understand just what this film is. It is a very authentic and beautifully made film of the life of Jesus. While you watch and are carried away to first century Israel, you are hearing the Gospel of John (word-for-word text). The NIV version is read by actor David Harewood; the KJV is read by actor Brian Cox. The Spanish audio is read from the Reina Valera 1960. You are still hearing the full sounds of the movie – feet walking, etc. and can almost hear the conversations (though they weren’t in English). These sounds were softer, muted, in the background so that the featured audio is the Scripture. As a homeschool family, I am aware of how my children learn best – audio, visual, etc. This film, The Gospel of John, appeals to all and is as educational as it is enjoyable.
11 For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame.”[f] 12 For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. 13 For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”[g]14 How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher?15 And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written:“How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace,[h]Who bring glad tidings of good things!”[i]16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our report?”[j] 17 So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
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Thanks to Propeller Consulting for providing this opportunity. No compensation was received; these thoughts are my own.
