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  1. Pettifogging Pharisee

    An update, I was forward information yesterday that I missed concerning my episode of Allie as it pertains to her prior episode with Lynn Wilder, an ex-Mormon Christian who is speaking out against Mormonism.

    For reference, the link to Allie’s episode is at the end of this comment. Around the 49:29 mark in that episode, Lynn Wilder warns about Mormonism couched in Christian language within media and about The Chosen. Allie then mentions not too long after that how she had not watched the series.

    So you can see how this is incredibly deceitful by Allie Beth Stuckey to then turn around in the very next episode with Dallas Jenkins and give a blanket statement of “Mormon theology is not influencing The Chosen, it is Scripture” after Lynn Wilder point blank gave her warning on the prior episode. This was deeply disrespectful to Lynn Wilder who took the time to appear on Relatable to provide clarity to Christians. The Christian community at large is going out of its way to dismiss and ignore their ex-Mormon Christian brothers and sisters.

    https://youtu.be/YBsS8z1GDhk

  2. Pettifogging Pharisee

    I did a video on my YouTube channel about Allie Beth Stuckey’s interview with Dallas on the 12/19/22 Relatable episode. In the middle of the interview, Allie states “Mormon theology is not influencing The Chosen. It is Scripture.”

    Apart from how blatently false her statement was, I cannot express my disgust at those who have painted themselves as Berean type Christians on YouTube who are largely ignoring the warnings from ex-Mormons that former Mormons are turning back to Mormonism because of the show in stark contrast to what Dallas says.

    The Christian community has largely ignored them and they are helping people be comfortably entertained into Hell.

    https://youtu.be/Wd6I3TfxAVo

  3. Sally

    I am so saddened that Jack Hibbs does not or cannot see the danger and apostasy replete in The Chosen…I had to quit at the end of session 3…Really? this Jesus asking for input on his sermon on the mtn from Mathew? who is presented as a savant??? One of the christian ladies watching with me said that whenever she feels down or discouraged she watched The Chosen…I tried to lovingly say “Why are you looking at man’s creation, instead of going into the book of Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospel of John?” For years, I have had concerns about Greg Laurie…I remember His Jones Beach NY concert; the music seemed to be the main offering, not biblical teaching…The “musicians” pranced around the stage in tattered, crazy black clothing and it was all so sad. I couldn’t image Jesus there AT ALL…He came to rescue us and pull us out of this sinful world/environment —-yet Pastors are bringing in worldly teachings, keeping their church members ignorant by preaching the Good News as missionary works, and being silent on a solid disciple making program with seasoned christians teaching the newer converts…music at ear shattering volumes; to work up the crowd… their answer? use the ear plugs we have in the entrance hall…Many songs use repetition to work up the crowd to “feel” holy…One person I know in music ministry looks at the number of hands raised to indicate how successful that song is/was…shear lunacy, and yet, I could cry. I avoid the “worship” times at all the churches I have attended over the years (was in the military), and I come in for the teaching, which more often than not, is simply pablum to keep the christian sitting in the pew ignorant of the wonders and glory of Him…Stay away from the Chosen; a challenge today in these end of the End Times is to recognize the deceptive practices of the satan—he was a liar from the beginning and if people knew their bibles they would NOT be watching the Chosen.

  4. Dena

    Wow! I watched 2 episodes and the Holy Spirit convicted me it was lies. I never watched it again. I did not know Hibbs and Kirk were promoting it!!!

  5. Margot

    I recommend The Jesus Film Project to those who want to watch a portrayal of the life of Christ.
    Jesus said of John the Baptist…. I tell you, among those born of women , there is not a prophet greater…

  6. Bobby

    This is so concerning, because for so many this show will be the only source of information that they will learn as their Biblical theology. Many will never crack open a Bible to see if the things in this show are the truth. I am a former Catholic, and just like the Catholics the Mormons teach a different Jesus. It really upsets me when true Bible believing Christians line themselves up with false teachers.

  7. Angela

    The entire response from Jack Hibbs’ team is (for lack of a better description) bipolar. It literally swings from one side to the other and back again. It doesn’t even make sense and is, indeed, troubling.

  8. Sharon, however, Satan comes as an angel of light. It would make sense that our adversary (the devil) would use something seemingly good and “positive” in a time of such darkness throughout the world to deceive the masses. And we must not forget that the Bible frequently warns about deception as well as false christs. We will be addressing Jack Hibbs’ team’s letter soon because it concerns us deeply.

  9. Sharon

    Millions of people watch TV shows with violence, language, sex, etc. I know my Lord and am not deceived by Mormon theology. The Chosen is a much better choice than the previously mentioned options. I agree the doctrinal differences should be addressed and what better platform than watching The Chosen to open up conversations with your family. I agree with Jack’s Team. Use discretion and listen to The Spirit’s leading.

  10. Thank you for posting this Jamie. Here is the full response from Jack Hibbs and his ministry team regarding The Chosen. This was emailed to another person in response to concerns:

    he Chosen is television show about the life of Christ. Season 1, released in 2019 (with a pilot episode on the birth of Christ released in 2017), garnered attention for several reasons: it is the first TV show of its kind, presenting the life of Christ over multiple seasons (it plans seven seasons total); it was crowd-funded, bringing in more donations (over $11 million).

    The show’s creator, Dallas Jenkins (son of Left Behind co-author Jerry Jenkins), has a degree” in Biblical Studies. In creating the show, Jenkins put together a panel of “expert consultants” to ensure biblical and historical accuracy in the script he was co-writing for the show. On the panel were a Messianic Jewish rabbi, a Catholic priest, and an evangelical professor of biblical studies. This is part of the problem with the series!

    Jenkins’ goal in creating the show was to help people know Jesus better and love Scripture more. To reach that goal, he and the other scriptwriters took the gospel accounts and added plausible details about the lives of the biblical figures found there. They added backstories to well-known characters and fleshed out other characters who might receive only a passing mention in Scripture.

    As with all storytelling based on historical events. some artistic license is evident and when it comes to the word it needs to be spot on 100% In telling the gospel accounts, remember a little levin, leavins the whole lump as the writers have inserted or modified some characters, storylines, and details of the inspired original. No one is claiming that the show is God’s Word and that too is a problem! The Bible, is the Bible they have stated license is acceptable which is unacceptable especially for believers who know the truth and those who don’t are lured in.

    We have great concern that members of the Mormon Church are involved in the production of The Chosen and that resources owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are used to film the show. In fact, the distributer of the show, VidAngel, was founded by two Mormons. Also of concern are some statements made by Dallas Jenkins that seem to embrace Mormons as his brothers and sisters in Christ. Are these concerns enough to keep us from viewing The Chosen? We need to really ask; “Is this a Mormon show?” Anything unique to Mormon doctrine, or Catholic, is suspect.

    The show’s evangelical creators still retain full control over the content of the show. As long as that doesn’t change, and The Chosen keeps producing a faithful retelling of the life of Christ, all is well. If elements of Mormon (or Catholic) theology begin creeping into the show itself, then they will have betrayed their viewers and the truth of the gospel. Until that time, watching The Chosen is a matter of conscience. Some Christians will appreciate the retelling of Jesus’ life. Others will balk at the involvement of Mormons, even if Mormon theology is not promoted on the show. “Each of them should be fully convinced in their own mind” (Romans 14:5). If it betrays any portion of the true word of God, it should be label as such. Anything else is deceptive. We know the author of deception.

    Trusting in Him,

    Your Real Life Ministry Team

  11. jamie in Illinois

    PS, if you guys would like the full reply, let me know. No doubt Pastor Jack didn’t write the reply to my friend but his “team”. At any rate….

  12. jamie in Illinois

    I could not put the total reply from Hibbs in here, there was not space. But this is the last two paragraphs of their reply to a friend who wrote to him. Truth mixed with error (artistic license) is all error, in Charles Spurgeons humble opinion!

    We have great concern that members of the Mormon Church are involved in the production of The Chosen and that resources owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are used to film the show. In fact, the distributer of the show, VidAngel, was founded by two Mormons. Also of concern are some statements made by Dallas Jenkins that seem to embrace Mormons as his brothers and sisters in Christ. Are these concerns enough to keep us from viewing The Chosen? We need to really ask; ”Is this a Mormon show?” Anything unique to Mormon doctrine, or Catholic, is suspect.

    The show’s evangelical creators still retain full control over the content of the show. As long as that doesn’t change, and The Chosen keeps producing a faithful retelling of the life of Christ, all is well. If elements of Mormon (or Catholic) theology begin creeping into the show itself, then they will have betrayed their viewers and the truth of the gospel. Until that time, watching The Chosen is a matter of conscience. Some Christians will appreciate the retelling of Jesus’ life. Others will balk at the involvement of Mormons, even if Mormon theology is not promoted on the show. ”Each of them should be fully convinced in their own mind” (Romans 14:5). If it betrays any portion of the true word of God, it should be label as such. Anything else is deceptive. We know the author of deception.

    Trusting in Him,
    Your Real Life Ministry Team

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