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Hello and welcome to another Five Good Minutes where I answer your theological questions in five minutes or less.
Today’s question: Dan, what do you think of the hit show The Chosen?
The Chosen is a popular series about the life of Jesus and his disciples. It’s praised for its high production quality, excellent acting, and compelling storytelling. But is it biblically accurate—and should Christians watch it?
Let me begin with a full disclosure: I’ve never watched a complete episode. However, biblical discernment doesn’t require watching an entire show to assess its theological implications.
Here are two main concerns I have with The Chosen:
1. Artistic License That Alters Scripture
The show includes things Jesus never said or did, such as the quote “I am the law,” which appears in the Season 3 trailer. That statement isn’t from the Bible—it’s from the Book of Mormon, which reflects an entirely different view of Jesus.
When artistic liberties are taken with Jesus’ words or actions, it can mislead viewers, especially those who aren’t biblically grounded. Over time, they may confuse fictionalized content with biblical truth.
2. Potential Violation of the Second Commandment
The Bible warns against making graven images to represent God. In Exodus, God explicitly commands Israel not to create images of Him. God is holy, invisible, and cannot be accurately represented by any image or actor.
Yes, Jesus is the image of the invisible God (Colossians 1:15), and He took on human form—but that doesn’t mean we are to create our own depictions of Him. Any artistic representation—even with good intent—is still man-made, not the real Jesus.
The danger is that we can unknowingly substitute man-made visuals for divine truth. When reading the Bible or worshiping, our minds might drift to images from the show or an actor’s portrayal, rather than Scripture’s true and complete revelation of Christ.
So Should Christians Watch The Chosen?
If you’re watching for entertainment, be discerning. Remember that this is not a documentary—it’s dramatized and speculative. The safest and most faithful approach is to rely on God’s Word alone, not Hollywood or streaming platforms.
The Bible is enough. It reveals everything we need to know about Jesus. We don’t need shows, statues, or images to worship Him. One day, when He returns in glory or calls us home, we will see Him face to face—and that will be the true image of Christ.
Read the Book. It’s always better than the movie.
This has been another Five Good Minutes.