Jesus I Never Knew, The

Since its release in 1995, The Jesus I Never Knew has sold over 300,000 copies internationally and garnered Church-wide critical acclaim. A literate and piercingly honest look at the teachings, person, and life of Jesus Christ, this best-selling book by Philip Yancey emerged from a groundbreaking group Bible study led by the author. Now your church or Bible study group can share the same exciting dynamics and discoveries as Yancey's group -- as you too encounter the Jesus you've never known. In 14 riveting sessions, you'll experience the insights, the impact, the energy, the challenges, and the life-changes. You'll press beyond notions and stereotypes of Jesus to obtain fresh, uncluttered perspectives on history's central figure -- his radical claims, his challenging teachings, and his effect on others . . . including you. Tapping the drama and immediacy of motions pictures, the Jesus I Never Knew curriculum will engage you hearts, minds, emotions, and senses as you compare well-known and little-known film portraits of Jesus with the Jesus of the Bible. This remarkable program will spark discussion, interaction, application, and growth. Together, you'll share life-changing discoveries about God, the Bible, and yourselves. Best of all, you'll come face-to-face with the most compelling, creative, challenging, fearless, unpredictable, and ultimately satisfying person anyone can know: Jesus Christ. The Jesus I Never Knew curriculum includes 1 130-minute video containing 24 film clips and introductions by Philip Yancey to each session and to each of the film clips; 1 Participant's Guide (additional copies may be purchases separately); 1 Leader's Guide with everything you need for conducting powerful sessions; 1 copy of the book The Jesus I Never Knew. 14 sessions; 1 130-minute video