After screening Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ, T.A. McMahon set about writing a book evaluating the enthusiasm generated for the film among evangelicals. The movie was touted as the greatest opportunity for witnessing since the death of Christ. Could that be true? Or could the church be enthralled with something that might have a host of problems beyond just a popular motion picture about Jesus Christ. Tom observed a connection between The Passion and trends taking place among professing Bible believers such as the increasing use of entertainment in presenting the gospel, the ecumenical relationship between Catholics and Evangelicals, the use of imagery verging on idolatry, and the major drift away from the objective Word of God in favor of the subjective, "feelings" oriented treatment of the Scriptures. Table of Contents: Showtime for the Sheep? Is the Medium the Message? Amusing Ourselves Away from the Word? Lost in Translation? Is It As It Was? Experiencing Mel's Vision The Vision Mix The Man Who Would Be Jesus Images of Another Jesus? Mary, the Executive Producer? Another Gospel? Sheep Fed by the Hireling? ECT at the Movies? Lights, Camera, Salvation? Yes, But... and Beyond Man's Way or God's Way?
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Contains thought-provoking insights…demolishes the myth of The Passion being "biblically accurate" and challenges evangelicals to be more discerning. -- Proclaiming the Gospel
McMahon’s Catholic, screenwriting, and Christian apologist experiences ring true in this perceptive critique of the passion for The Passion. -- Understand the Times International
McMahon’s Catholic, screenwriting, and Christian apologist experiences ring true in this perceptive critique of the passion for The Passion. -- Understand the Times International
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This book is powerful, profound and right on!! Tom was truly inspired by the Holy Spirit. As a former member of the cultic, Roman Catholic Church, I learned things about that church which I never knew. Thank you Dave and Tom and may the Lord continue to abundantly bless your ministry.(California)
This is a great book and I regret that I cannot afford to buy thousands to give away. Most of us are so used to seeing 'Jesus' movies that it will be very difficult for many to realize that it is wrong for someone to play 'God' on the screen or to draw pictures of Him. May God continue to bless people like you who warn us of the danger in many things that are (unfortunately) accepted by the majority of Christians.' (New Mexico)
I just finished "Showtime for the Sheep." I plan to read it again, soon.... Tom has a way of looking at the heart of a matter, and so I feel that I gained additional insight.... The book was very well structured; the issues were addressed with the underpinning of sound doctrine, and yet it was presented in easily understood layman's language. I would definitely recommend it to others; in fact, I hope to keep it permanently loaned out.... We evangelicals are truly sheep who are led by many false shepherds. (Georgia)
"Showtime for the Sheep?" was a very interesting and informative book. It did clarify some issues for me . . . . I would recommend the book to others who are concerned with the subject of Mel Gibson's movie as well as the issue of whether or not entertainment should be used to spread the Gospel to the unsaved. (Nevada)
I love it!!!! It confirms so much what I already researched from various sources.... However, your teaching about the dangers of images really has opened my eyes and like you I realize that I have been blind to accept many previous movies with a false Christ.... Thanks to your book also I am now well prepared to fight the good fight in speaking up and to have no fear of man. The Lord is my all in all and I am very jealous for His Name! (Australia)
Excellent! Could not be any better. And it's totally biblical. Thank the Lord for your ministry that gives out truth about deception. (Texas)
This is a great book and I regret that I cannot afford to buy thousands to give away. Most of us are so used to seeing 'Jesus' movies that it will be very difficult for many to realize that it is wrong for someone to play 'God' on the screen or to draw pictures of Him. May God continue to bless people like you who warn us of the danger in many things that are (unfortunately) accepted by the majority of Christians.' (New Mexico)
I just finished "Showtime for the Sheep." I plan to read it again, soon.... Tom has a way of looking at the heart of a matter, and so I feel that I gained additional insight.... The book was very well structured; the issues were addressed with the underpinning of sound doctrine, and yet it was presented in easily understood layman's language. I would definitely recommend it to others; in fact, I hope to keep it permanently loaned out.... We evangelicals are truly sheep who are led by many false shepherds. (Georgia)
"Showtime for the Sheep?" was a very interesting and informative book. It did clarify some issues for me . . . . I would recommend the book to others who are concerned with the subject of Mel Gibson's movie as well as the issue of whether or not entertainment should be used to spread the Gospel to the unsaved. (Nevada)
I love it!!!! It confirms so much what I already researched from various sources.... However, your teaching about the dangers of images really has opened my eyes and like you I realize that I have been blind to accept many previous movies with a false Christ.... Thanks to your book also I am now well prepared to fight the good fight in speaking up and to have no fear of man. The Lord is my all in all and I am very jealous for His Name! (Australia)
Excellent! Could not be any better. And it's totally biblical. Thank the Lord for your ministry that gives out truth about deception. (Texas)
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This review is from: Showtime for the Sheep? The Church and the Passion of the Christ (Paperback)
PLEASE I BEG YOU. I DO NOT KNOW HOW TO CONVINCE YOU ENOUGH SO THAT YOU CAN READ THIS BOOK. IT IS A VERY TIMELY AND CRUCIAL BOOK THAT BEGS YOUR READING IF YOU HAVE WATCHED MEL GIBSON'S "THE PASSION OF" OR ARE THINKING OF WATCHING IT. THIS BOOK CLEARS OUT A LOT OF SPIRITUAL ERRORS AND SEEKS TO PRESENT THE GOOD NEWS IN A PURE WAY. THE GOOD NEWS IS STILL TRUE BUT SAD TO SAY MANY PEOPLE ARE POLLUTING THE GOOD NEWS BECAUSE THEY DO NOT SIMPLY PRESENT IT IN ITS PURITY. THIS BOOK CLEARS OUT MANY ERRORS AND SEEKS TO PRESENT THE PURE GOOD NEWS.
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Like the Biblical Bereans that he seeks to emulate, Mr. McMahon checked the Scriptures in the process of reviewing Mr. Gibson's movie. This book shows why this is so necessary for all of us. We dare not depend on men and their personal beliefs when eternity is the issue. The Bible has proven itself true and utterly reliable. Is the "Passion of th Christ" true and reliable? Read Showtime for the Sheep, compare both to Scripture and you will find Mr. McMahon to be the truth teller. Your future depends on it!
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I have enjoyed many of T.A. McMahons writings. This one does not dissapoint at all. It is an extremely relevent topic for today's evangelical church. It is carfully and logically laid out. It looks at the topic of the real passion of Christ as compared to the movie version in a Biblical fashion. Get it and read it...
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AS SOON AS Mel Gibson's directional end-credit popped up on the black screen, I made a dash up the aisle while searching my jacket pockets for my cell phone. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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Mel Gibson, Holy Spirit, God's Word, Roman Catholic, Jesus Christ, New Testament, Christianity Today, James Caviezel, Last Supper, Church of Rome, Council of Trent, Garden of Gethsemane, Mother of God, Stations of the Cross, The Berean Call, Anne Catherine Emmerich, Jim Caviezel, Veggie Tales, Holy Ghost, The Book of Mormon, Tridentine Catholic New!
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AS SOON AS Mel Gibson's directional end-credit popped up on the black screen, I made a dash up the aisle while searching my jacket pockets for my cell phone. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
religious movie, movie magic, evangelical leaders, evangelical community Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mel Gibson, Holy Spirit, God's Word, Roman Catholic, Jesus Christ, New Testament, Christianity Today, James Caviezel, Last Supper, Church of Rome, Council of Trent, Garden of Gethsemane, Mother of God, Stations of the Cross, The Berean Call, Anne Catherine Emmerich, Jim Caviezel, Veggie Tales, Holy Ghost, The Book of Mormon, Tridentine Catholic New!
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- The Dolorous Passion Of Our Lord Jesus Christ by Anna Catherine Emmerich on page 60, and Back Matter
- The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ by Anne Catherine Emmerich on page 60, and Back Matter
- Catechism of the Catholic Church by U.S. Catholic Church on page 53, and Back Matter
- Catechism of the Catholic Church (English and Latin Edition) by Libreria Editrice Vaticana in Back Matter
- Mother Angelica: The Remarkable Story of a Nun, Her Nerve, and a Network of Miracles by Raymond Arroyo on page 65
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