Synopses & Reviews
First as a runaway bestselling novel and then as a blockbuster movie, The Da Vinci Code has captivated millions. Its allegations against historic Christianity are colorfully portrayed--but are they true, or merely inaccurate accounts of centuries-old myths and heresies? - Has the real historical record been suppressed?- Were eighty different gospels contending for the New Testament?- Was Mary Magdalene really directed to lead the church?- Does a secret society keep Jesus' bloodline hidden?- Is the divinity of Jesus the fabrication of a third-century church council?- How accurate is the research behind these and other assertions in The Da Vinci Code? Enjoy riveting DVD interviews with noted experts--and prepare for some lively group discussions. The discussion guide will engage you and your friends in four fascinating and eye-opening conversations. It includes discussion questions, sidebar information, Bible references, and relevant quotes.- Kit Includes: DVD video Rom featuring four 20-minute video sessions with Lee Strobel and interviews with noted experts, promotional materials, and message transcript from John Ortberg.- Group Discussion Guide (fully integrated with DVD and designed for every group member to use)- Bonus! Outreach Book- Exploring the Da Vinci Code by Lee Strobel and Garry Poole.
Synopsis
First as a runaway bestselling novel and then as a blockbuster movie, The Da Vinci Code has fascinated millions. Its allegations against historic Christianity are colorfully portrayed---but are they true, or merely inaccurate accounts of centuries-old myths and heresies? Enjoy riveting DVD interviews with notedexperts---and prepare for some lively discussions as your group explores provocative issues raised by The Da Vinci Code. Four sessions address the following questions: 1. What Can History Really Tell Us?2. Can We Trust the Four Gospels?3. What's the Role of Women in Christianity?4. Is Jesus the Son of God?This DVD-guided small group forum is designed for use with an accompanying discussion guide that includes questions, sidebar information, background material, Bible verses, and relevant quotes. Each session includes interviews with experts and concludes with facilitator Lee Strobel's perspective. As an added bonus, the kit includes a copy of Exploring the Da Vinci Code, and outreach book designed to be shared with friends, family, neighbors---anyone who may be struggling with the misunderstanding fostered by The Da Vinci Code. Also available: Discussing the Da Vinci Code Discussion Guide and Exploring the Da Vinci Code Outreach Book.