The Light of Men

“He Is Risen” depicts the events surrounding the death and the glorious resurrection of Jesus Christ. The story is told of the Lord’s burial in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea; the appearance of angels to those who came early to an empty tomb; the appearance of the resurrected Lord to Mary Magdalene, the disciples on the road to Emmaus, and eventually, His apostles in Jerusalem. The episode ends with the ascension of the Savior into heaven, and His words to His followers that they would be witnesses of His divinity throughout the world.

In this episode, titled “The Betrayal,” we learn of the schemes of the Pharisees to put Jesus to death. Judas Iscariot assists them in their plans by agreeing to deliver Jesus to them. The final Passover meal is portrayed, as is the institution of the sacrament of bread and wine. After Judas’ departure, we hear Jesus’ magnificent Intercessory Prayer and His pleadings to the Father for His brethren, the Apostles. Finally, we hear depicted the gathering at Gethsemane and Jesus’ eventual suffering as He takes upon Himself the sins and suffering of all humankind.

In this episode, we experience the triumphal and prophesied entry of Jesus Christ into the holy city of Jerusalem.  We hear portrayed the tender anointing of Jesus’ feet by Mary and envision Jesus’ cleansing of the moneychangers from the temple. In preparation for the time of atonement, Jesus rebukes the scribes and Pharisees who continue their relentless efforts to tempt Him, trick Him, and take Him in His words. Finally, from the quiet hillside of the Mount of Olives, Jesus teaches His disciples of the signs of His Second Coming and prophecies regarding the last days.

In this episode, “I Am the Good Shepherd,” we hear portrayed the healing of the blind man at the Pool of Siloam and the miracle of the raising of Lazarus from the dead and experience, again, the constant resistance from the scribes and Pharisees who oppose Jesus’ doctrines. Here Jesus teaches that He is the Good Shepherd and reminds us of our need to be willing to be shepherded. Ultimately, the Pharisees convene privately and plan the manner in which Jesus can be taken and put to death.

“I Am the Light of the World” is a continuation of the depiction of teachings, miracles, and conflicts in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. In this episode, we hear Jesus’ discourses on love and His testimony that He is the Light of the World. We hear the parable of the good Samaritan, hear portrayed the cleansing of the ten lepers, and see in our mind’s eye the story of the woman taken in adultery. In this episode, we also learn of Jesus’ continued confrontations with the scribes and Pharisees and hear, again, His prophecies regarding His own death.

“The Bread of Life” episode depicts the miracle of walking on the water; further confrontations with the Pharisees; the teaching of the doctrine of the “Bread of Life”; the feeding of the four thousand; Herod’s concerns regarding Jesus; and the Mount of Transfiguration.

“Peace, Be Still” introduces the parables of the Savior. This episode also depicts the calming of the stormy waters; the casting out of devils; the raising of Jairus’ daughter; the healing of the woman with the issue of blood; the execution of John the Baptist; and the feeding of the five thousand.

“Miracles and Messages” depicts events from the early ministry of Jesus Christ, including His healing of the possessed and the palsied; confrontations with the scribes and Pharisees; sermons around Galilee; the raising of the son of the widow of Nain; and the imprisonment of John the Baptist.

Our first episode, “Good Tidings of Great Joy,” details the events surrounding the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. This series depicts the life and ministry of our Savior.

"Living Waters" depicts events in the early ministry of Jesus Christ, including the introduction of the mission of John the Baptist; Jesus’ confrontation with Satan; the selection of disciples; and the conversation with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s Well. This presentation is one of twelve dramas depicting the life and ministry of our Savior.