Even though we have biblical scholars who have translated and produced many different versions of the Bible, some people still have a hard time understanding the depths of the scripture as a whole. Not to throw shade on the Bible in any way, as it is an amazing well documented resource to bring yourself closer to the knowledge of biblical history and teachings.
The sad reality is, so many people will pick up a bible for the first time, read a few verses, and set it down never to be picked up again because it’s so confusing. It’s for this very reason The Chosen is not only an amazing show, but also a wonderful organization for people who are searching for answers.
The creator of The Chosen, Dallas Jenkins, has said time and time again: “The books are not a supplement to the show. The show is a supplement to the books.” Jenkins is talking about how he wants the show to be an aid to help people better understand the Bible.
The Chosen is based on the Gospels in the Bible, which are Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and the show visually brings these books to life. The show humanizes the people in the bible, and it also shows us that those people in the Gospels aren’t just names in a text. Such as Mary Magdalene, Simon (Peter), and Matthew who are people in the Bible who had real emotions, and struggles with faith just like we do.
In addition to the show itself, The Chosen has expanded into Bible study and life application books that help the consumer go even deeper into the lessons found in each episode and Bible text it was based off of. These Bible study books are organized by what season they are aligned with, and the studies themselves are to dig deeper into what each episode was teaching us.
The life application books go one step-further. Instead of focusing on what’s in the Bible, they explain how we should live those lessons out. These books are filled to the brim with devotionals, tools to apply the Bible, and they also have a lot of encouragement for people at all stages of their spiritual journey. Whether someone is brand new to Christianity or has been following Jesus for years, these resources help guide the heart in the right direction.
Although physical copies of these said books do cost money, the actual show is completely free to watch on their app.They have the app on multiple device types such as Apple, Samsung, and even Amazon Fire Stick, which makes The Chosen a completely open to the public show. This accessibility is part of the creators’ mission to spread the message of Jesus to as many people as possible. By offering the show for free, The Chosen invites everyone to experience the Gospel.
In a world where so many people are overwhelmed or discouraged by the complexity of the Bible, The Chosen is a much needed bridge between ancient truth and modern understanding. It brings the Bible to life through relatable storytelling, educational books, and easy to access platforms. For those who have struggled to connect with the Bible or felt too intimidated to dive in, this show provides an open door into the world of Jesus and His followers.