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I understand your position. But, for me, it is different.

When I first heard of this movie, I was not interested. Then I saw Mel Gibson interviewed by Diane Sawyer and heard him speak. I saw portions from the movie. I read through threads on FR.

I know that I DO NOT want to see the movie. BUT I MUST. For the content of the movie is about something real. Something that I know in my heart is true. Something I feel every time I receive God's blessings and Grace.

I know that I do not deserve any of it. Only because of Jesus are my sins forgiven each day. Each day I am reborn and have a chance to follow God's plan. His word.

I always fail. In one way or another. Small or large failure, it doesn't matter. I am imperfect. God knows this.

But I never forget to Thank him for his Grace, his Blessings, his forgiveness. Even when I don't recognize I have received those things. For God gives us what we need, not what we want.

And he gave his only son so that we might understand. This movie is a tool in beginning to understand. Mel Gibson was attacked because he made a statement that he thought that God inspired him to make this movie. And Why not? God is in everything, and we are in him. So is Mel.

God set forth his plan and the citizens of Judea, the Sanhedrin Council, the Romans, the disciples of Jesus the Christ, all stood by or ran while the Saviour of Man was crucified. His body died so that our souls would live.

I know. That is why I must see it. Even if it kills me.

I am not a christian, have not gone to church in thirty years( catholic) and I had a need to see the movie.

I am so happy that my wife and I did. The Passion is about love.

And for me awoken thoughts I have never had before.