Posted on 04/20/2024 3:47:40 AM PDT by Morgana
The Chosen’ Director Dallas Jenkins continues to tweak and antagonize Christians purposefully. When he’s not insisting that he loves the same Jesus that his Mormon friends do, demonstrating again and again his false understanding of Jesus and the gospel, he’s posting videos of his crew members wearing the LGBTQ flag.
We’ve written about Jenkins and his abject biblical ignorance in the past with our posts about his belief that Mormons are Christians (see endnotes), but also the controversy that surrounded his gay cameraman Daniel Fritz wearing the Pride flag in behind-the-scenes videos.
All indications are that it’s deliberate and intentional. In the past, Jenkins insisted that he was not putting the Pride flag front and center, but its original appearance resulted from a brief glimpse in some behind-the-scenes footage.
This time, however, Jenkins had hundreds of hours of The Chosen video he could pull from and put up prominently on his social media, and out of everything, he showcased this one.
Previously, Jenkins shared that all the cast and crew are contractors who can do or say what they want on their own time and on social media, and that they don’t police people’s actions on set “as long as they’re not harming anyone else on set, you know, kind of the usual rules of you know, everyone’s just kind of respecting each other.”
He also took umbrage at people saying he should forbid employees from wearing the Pride flag, insisting:
“We do not have a religious or political litmus test for who we hire. And we also do not police, individual’s social media, or their own personal work spaces, like their own gear, their own equipment, their own T shirts.”
We doubt this is true, however. Are we really to believe that if his camera man was wearing a Nazi swastika, which we imagined on the right hand picture, that Jenkins would be alright with it? That he wouldn’t insist he remove it? Not a chance.
The Pride flag is a celebration of perversion and represents the destruction of the family. It is evil and stands for moral chaos and rebellion towards the Lord.
For Jenkins, however, it’s just another Tuesday.
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I have seen all episodes through season 3 and have yet to see anything that contradicts the Bible. Please give examples of how it is not biblical, season and episode would help.
Dispensationalists are Christians, and you are heel for thinking otherwise. Let me guess you are a reformer? If so then you really don’t believe in anything and it’s all subject to your constantntly changing interpretations.
Awwww, a gay flag. So warming and heartfelt. Thankfully, it wasn’t a trigger scary American stars and stipes flag.
Do I seriously need to add a /s?
I have noticed it emphasizes Jesus’ human nature and downplays his deity. They show him cramming with Matthew to draft the sermon on the Mount like a college kid drafting a term paper at the last minute. I did not find this biblical.
You're a tad off in your comment.
Mormons don't believe Jesus is eternal. That right there disqualifies them as being Christian.
They also adhere to books other than the Bible.
Mormons believe that there are in fact four sources of divinely inspired words, not just one: 1) the Bible “as far as it is translated correctly” (8th Article of Faith). Which verses are considered incorrectly translated is not always made clear. 2) The Book of Mormon, which was “translated” by Smith and published in 1830. Smith claimed it is the “most correct book” on earth and that a person can get closer to God by following its precepts “than by any other book” (History of the Church 4:461). 3) Doctrine and Covenants, containing a collection of modern revelations regarding the “Church of Jesus Christ as it has been restored.” 4) The Pearl of Great Price, which is considered by Mormons to “clarify” doctrines and teachings that were lost from the Bible (Articles of Faith, p. 182–185) and adds its own information about the earth’s creation. Source: gotquestions.org
Dallas Jenkins produces a significantly higher than zero reading on my faggotometer.
YMMV
I disagree. So far they have shown his deith in accordance with the scriptures (miracles...). I also found that part with Matthew a bit off. I didn’t like the “stage” aspect of it as well. Too showy (hollywood). But, I didn’t consider it heretical or non-biblical. I’m not saying it did happen (can’t argue it from silence), but if it did, I take it as Jesus doing it for Matthew’s sake for whatever reason. Matthew might have needed it. So, that is why I don’t see it as non-biblical. I also realize it is a show. I can say that any movie made about Jesus is non-biblical because they add elements that may not be in the bible.
Watched it once; wasn’t impressed. When people show you who they really are, believe them.
“Mormons don’t believe Jesus is eternal.”
I would call that statement false, and you provided a source.
The Eternal God is not called by that name in error. If He is eternal and we are his children, what can be then said of us, much less his only begotten Son in the flesh? We are as eternal as The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. I don’t think getting all wrapped up in the word created will lead to clear thinking because what we know about creation in the eternal sense is really nothing.
“Mormons believe that there are in fact four sources of divinely inspired words, not just one.”
Also a false statement. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ believe there is but one source for divinely inspired words just like the rest of the Christian world. That source is God the Father. One notable difference might be the mistaken belief that God’s lips are sealed and the Bible must remain as the only source for his words, which would be inconsistant with God’s relationship with man from the beginning.
“They also adhere to books other than the Bible.”
Not so sure adhere is appropriate, but we are attentive to every word that comes from the mouth of God the Father and his son Jesus Christ. He has never proclaimed his sudden inability to speak for himself ever and since he is the same yesterday today and always we take him at his word.
That should be enough for now. I would suggest that anyone interested in the beliefs of any church would be wise to go direct to the source rather than give credence to a biased source with an axe to grind. That would be true in regards to Catholics, Protestants, Jews, LDS, etc., etc. Unless of course you are only there to hear what someone else thinks you ought to hear.
Too many liberties on the gospels, chronology wrong, events distorted, characters in and out of accents, scenery and clothing was theatrical and inauthentic.
It says in the beginning of the show that all stories are not biblical and yet “ could have happened “ They make this abundantly clear.
I like the show for it’s entertainment value. I could care less what the employees or actors do in their spare time.
I will turn it off and not watch anymore IF I see something I don’t agree with.
Mormons believe that there are in fact four sources of divinely inspired words, not just one: 1) the Bible “as far as it is translated correctly” (8th Article of Faith). Which verses are considered incorrectly translated is not always made clear. 2) The Book of Mormon, which was “translated” by Smith and published in 1830. Smith claimed it is the “most correct book” on earth and that a person can get closer to God by following its precepts “than by any other book” (History of the Church 4:461). 3) Doctrine and Covenants, containing a collection of modern revelations regarding the “Church of Jesus Christ as it has been restored.” 4) The Pearl of Great Price, which is considered by Mormons to “clarify” doctrines and teachings that were lost from the Bible (Articles of Faith, p. 182–185) and adds its own information about the earth’s creation.
https://www.gotquestions.org/Mormons.html
Sources from Mormon publications were provided. IF these are in error please clarify.
Please do some homework before you slander dispensationalism.
This is a link to dispensationalism
BY
LEWIS SPERRY CHAFER
1871-1952
http://bartimaeus.us/pub_dom/dispensationalism.html
guess the rabbi, priest and Protestant ministers are all wrong that consult on the chosen..
because there is not one in the show.
someone didnt like one of the crew wearing such.
much ado about nothing
Seems strange the outrage. I thought it was in the show.
I answered four questions in #29 and no response other than to repeat part of your original in #25. That is an indicator to me that conversation is not the intent, but a blizzard of questions to attempt to prove the narrative.
So let me ask you a question. Since the Reformation, how many doctrinally different so called Christian Bible believing denominations have come into being seeking a unity of the Faith as found in Ephesians 4:11-14.
I prefer Jesus of Nazareth and the Campus Crusade Jesus movie.
You gave four evasive answers which really didn't address my points.
As an example:
>>“Mormons don’t believe Jesus is eternal.”<<
I would call that statement false, and you provided a source.
The Eternal God is not called by that name in error. If He is eternal and we are his children, what can be then said of us, much less his only begotten Son in the flesh? We are as eternal as The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. I don’t think getting all wrapped up in the word created will lead to clear thinking because what we know about creation in the eternal sense is really nothing.
Nice evasive answer by not answering the question.
Is Jesus eternal or not? John 1:1 is your answer
>>“They also adhere to books other than the Bible.”<<
Not so sure adhere is appropriate, but we are attentive to every word that comes from the mouth of God the Father and his son Jesus Christ. He has never proclaimed his sudden inability to speak for himself ever and since he is the same yesterday today and always we take him at his word.
Well, here is the position of the LDS.
In addition to the Old and New Testaments of the Bible, the Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ. It contains the writings of ancient prophets, giving an account of God’s dealings with the peoples on the American continent. For Latter-day Saints it stands alongside the Old and New Testaments of the Bible as holy scripture.
https://news-gu.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/mormonism-101#C8
Actually, digging a little deeper we find this about the Book of Mormon.
It has been described as the “keystone” of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. From the beginning, Church members have accepted it as scripture.
https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/book-of-mormon
The definition of keystone is understood to mean the central principle or part of a policy, system,etc, on which all else depends.
In other words, Mormons have elevated the Book of Mormon above the Bible.....another clear sign of a cult and false teaching.
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Which stands in contradiction of Jude 3: Beloved, while I was making every effort to write you about our common salvation, I felt the necessity to write to you appealing that you contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all handed down to the saints.
>>“Mormons believe that there are in fact four sources of divinely inspired words, not just one.”<<
Also a false statement. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ believe there is but one source for divinely inspired words just like the rest of the Christian world. That source is God the Father. One notable difference might be the mistaken belief that God’s lips are sealed and the Bible must remain as the only source for his words, which would be inconsistant with God’s relationship with man from the beginning.
Jude applies to this issue as well.
There is no on=going revelation.
While we're at it...here's another issue where Mormonism is against the Bible.
Do Mormon women lead in the Church?
While worthy men hold the priesthood, worthy women serve as leaders, counselors, missionaries, teachers, and in many other responsibilities—they routinely preach from the pulpit and lead congregational prayers in worship services.
https://news-gu.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/mormonism-101#C8
The New Testament is clear women are not to be pastors.
But let's keep exploring the issues of this cult called Mormonism.
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Some additional beliefs of Mormons.
Do Mormons believe that the Garden of Eden is in Missouri? We do not know exactly where the original site of the Garden of Eden is. While not an important or foundational doctrine, Joseph Smith established a settlement in Daviess County, Missouri, and taught that the Garden of Eden was somewhere in that area. Like knowing the precise number of animals on Noah’s ark, knowing the precise location of the Garden of Eden is far less important to one’s salvation than believing in the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
Really not even worth replying to. It only illustrates that Smith was the leader of a cult. A hallmark of a cult leader is that only he/she has special knowledge no one else has. He exhibited that.
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Continuing....
Are Mormons Christian?
Yes. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian church but is neither Catholic nor Protestant. Rather, it is a restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ as originally established by the Savior in the New Testament of the Bible.
https://news-gu.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/mormonism-101#C1
Yet, Mormonism is founded on false principles that contradict the Bible.
Some examples:
Mormons also believe that Jesus was a god, but not God Himself (Mormon Doctrine, p. 547; Articles of Faith, p. 35; Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 372). It is essential to Christian faith that Jesus is one with God and that He is God’s only begotten Son who became flesh (John 1:1, 14; John 3:16). Only Jesus’ oneness with God would have allowed Him to live a sinless, blameless life (Hebrews 7:26). And only Jesus Christ was able to pay the price for our sins by His death on the cross (Romans 4:25; Acts 4:12).https://www.gotquestions.org/Mormons-Christians.html
One of the many areas in which Mormons fall short of saving faith is their belief that God is merely an exalted man who earned his position by good works (Mormon Doctrine, p. 321; Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 345). This directly contradicts the Bible, which states that God has existed in His position as God of the universe from eternity past (Revelation 1:8; 1 Timothy 1:17; 6:15–16; Psalm 102:24–27). God was never a man (Numbers 23:19; 1 Samuel 15:29; Hosea 11:9) and is the holy and powerful Creator of all things (Genesis 1; Psalm 24:1; Isaiah 37:16). Mormons also believe that they themselves can attain the status of gods in the afterlife through their works here on earth (Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith, p. 345–354). However, no man can ever become like God (1 Samuel 2:2; Isaiah 43:10–11; 44:6; 45:21–22), despite what the serpent told Eve in the garden (Genesis 3:5).
https://www.gotquestions.org/Mormons-Christians.html
In other words....it's a cult.
yes the outrage is very strange.
you never see any of the crew, during the show.
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