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The Chosen

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Ipsevenenabibas · 22/08/2026 17:03

Has anyone else watched The Chosen? I have watched it all and am eagerly awaiting the final season!

There’s something so powerful about seeing Jesus and the disciples brought to life in such a human, relatable way. I know some of the conversations and storylines are fictionalised, but it really helps you imagine the people and world around Jesus and makes the Gospel feel so much more alive.

One scene that really stayed with me was Mary Magdalene’s. Watching Jesus meet her in her brokenness and call her by name was incredibly moving. ❤️ There is something so beautiful about the way He looks at her — not with condemnation or disgust, but with love, compassion and complete acceptance.

It reminded me that Jesus doesn't look at us and see the worst thing we've ever done. He sees the person underneath it all. He knows our wounds, our shame and our struggles, and still says, come to Me.

I also love how the series shows Jesus choosing people who society might have overlooked or judged, and making them part of His closest circle. It really brings home just how radical His love and mercy are.

Some of the scenes have genuinely brought me to tears and made me want to pick up my Bible afterwards and read the actual Gospel passage.

Who else is watching The Chosen? ✝️
What has been your favourite scene or character so far? Has any particular moment changed the way you read a Gospel story?

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Ipsevenenabibas · 03/09/2026 20:17

GentleSheep · 25/08/2026 08:34

I haven't watched it and I don't think I want to, because I don't want those visuals in my mind. I've a very good ability to picture things mentally and when I read the Bible I get images and actions in my mind as I go. I appreciate not everyone can do that though so it could be helpful in that respect. If watching it brings people to a place where they want to find out more about Christ, that's a good thing.

I understand that. I’m quite visual too, but I find The Chosen has enhanced rather than replaced the way I picture the Gospels in my mind. Obviously it’s someone else’s interpretation, so I don’t take every detail as “this is exactly how it happened”, but I’ve found the human expressions, relationships and little details can bring the Gospel to life in a really beautiful way.

And I agree with you that if it encourages someone to open the Bible and find out more about Christ, that can only be a good thing. Ultimately the important thing is that it points people back to Him and to Scripture.

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