Northern California Ecumenical
Media Resource Center

- B - (Bible)

VCB-500 THE BIBLE: WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?- An Introduction to the Scriptures for Junior Highs; (JH); Two videos: Part l - 64 min., Part 2 - 65 min.; Guide; Franciscan Communications, 1987.

.1 Part one has three parts: Where did it Come From?, Who Wrote It?, and Did It Really Happen Like That?.

.2 Part two has three parts: What is the Old Testament?, What is the New Testament? and How Does It Help Me Get Closer to God?

VCB-502 HOW THE BIBLE CAME TO BE- (JH/A); 55 min.; No guide; Gateway Films, 1978.

Part One gives a graphic overview of the Old Testament and how it came to be written. Part Two gives an overview of the origins of the New Testament. Both discuss archaeological and other discoveries.

VCB-503 UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE: A CLEAR INTRODUCTION TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SCRIPTURE- (J/A); 4 parts, 28 min.; Videostrip; Guide; EcuFilm, 1992.

Background information about the development and study of the Bible in four parts:

The Bible is Written (8:13)

The Canons are Formed (8:05)

The Bible is Translated (7:36)

Studying the Bible (3:41)

VCB-504 THE ENIGMA OF THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS- (A); 58 min.; No guide; Biblical Productions, 1990.

Tells the history of the Dead Sea Scrolls since the first discovery in 1947. Various interpretations of the scrolls and the Qumran site are discussed, as well as possible influences on later Jewish and Christian practices.

DVB-505    TIME TRAVEL THROUGH THE BIBLE - (Y/A); 107 min.; A leader’s guide in PDF; Vision Video, 1990.

Jonathan Frakes hosts as the "Time Traveler" exploring the rich and fascinating background of the Old and New Testaments. He reveals the lives of the "Mad" King Herod and the courageous John the Baptist. He shows how the glorious ministry of Jesus is related to the amazing discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

DVB -506 DISCOVERING THE BIBLE hosted by Russell Boulter- (Y/A); 2 videos, 4 sessions, 30 min. ea.; Guide, student handouts and worksheets; Christian History Institute, 1996.

This 4-part series on 2 videos is a basic introduction to the Bible. It includes a discussion of where the Bible came from and how it was handed down to us.

.1 Part 1 GETTING ACQUAINTED is an overview of the history, content, and application of the Bible for today.

Part 2 THE OLD TESTAMENT talks about the Biblical archaeology of the Old Testament including the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

.2 Part 3 THE NEW TESTAMENT focuses on Jesus and the authenticity of His words. It explains how the New Testament books were gathered and selected.

Part 4 SURVIVAL, SPREAD, AND INFLUENCE shows the Bible's influence in the development of western civilization and culture. The program shows how the Bible survived through repeated persecution and describes how Bible translation accompanied the spread of Christianity. It gives examples of ways the Bible has transformed individual lives.

VCB-507 THE BOOK OF GOD with Walter Wangerin, Jr. - (Y/A); 67 min.; No guide; EcuFilm, 1996.

Before a live audience, master storyteller Walter Wangerin, Jr., dramatizes Biblical events making Biblical men and women come alive in vivid detail and dialogue. In stirring counterpoint with the music of Ken Medema, he creates the high drama, low comedy, gentle humor, and awesome holiness of the Biblical narrative.

VCB-508 THE MOVING WORD- (A); 20 min.; No guide; Service Center, 1999.

This video features Bible interpretation using movement, showing it as a way to enhance meetings and worship experiences.

VCB-509 EXCAVATING THE BIBLE Series- (Y/A); 3 videos, 3-5 sessions, 55 min. ea.; Vision Video, 1999.

This series gives an exciting look at biblical archeological discoveries. The videos show the sometimes controversial work of scholars, archeologists, and religious leaders as they work to interpret the findings.

.1 THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS- Video One shows attempts to solve the mystery of what has been hailed as the most important discovery of the 20th century. Archeologists and theologians seek to find out who hid the scrolls, why they were hidden and their value for Scripture study today.

.2 MARINE ARCHEOLOGY: TEL HAZOR AND SEARCHING FOR BIBLICAL PROOFS- Video Two has two parts. Part one, Marine Archeology, takes the viewer to underwater archeological sites off the shores of ancient Canaan to witness artifacts that have been preserved by water for over 1000 years. Part Two, Tel Hazor, takes us to the largest Biblical archeological site, containing artifacts that date back to the Bronze Age. Royal archives uncovered here may revolutionize our understanding of the Israelites' conquest of Canaan.

.3 THE ANCIENT TUNNELS OF JERUSALEM AND THE MYSTERIOUS MOSAIC OF GALILEE- In The Ancient Tunnels of Jerusalem the viewer travels underneath Jerusalem to subterranean tunnels, some of which are yet to be explored. Follow the footsteps of David, Solomon, Zedekiah, and Hezekiah as Biblical history is explored beneath the surface of contemporary Jerusalem. In The Mysterious Mosaic of Galilee we see a beautiful mosaic of a woman's face at an archeological dig in an ancient city near Nazareth. The fascinating mosaic leads to new questions concerning the life of early Christians, Jews, and Pagans.

VCB-510 THE NATURE OF THE HOLY LAND series- (Y/A); 3 videos, 52 min. ea.; Vision Video, 1996.

The video series shows the Holy Land as a place of rare and rugged beauty. It is home to many different life forms. Beautiful photography enhances the viewer's journey to the Jordan River, the desert, and the ancient Sea Road.

.1 JORDAN, THE RIVER OF LIFE- The Jordan River flows from the slopes of Mt. Hermon to the Dead Sea. The video shows the wild life of the river and historical events that have endangered its survival.

.2 THE CROWDED DESERT- About three-fourths of the Holy Land is desert, but it is filled with wild life which live in a complex and rugged eco-system. The delicate balance is being affected by increased human presence and tourism.

.3 ALONG THE SEA ROAD- The Sea Road, which runs along the Mediterranean coast and up into the northern forest of the Holy Land, has been in use for hundreds of years. The area has had continuous habitation; yet, there is still wildlife flourishing there.

VCB-511 THE BIBLE UNDER FIRE- (A); 49 min.; EcuFilm, 1999.

A very fascinating presentation of the history of revisions of the Bible. The video shows the problems and personal attacks endured by Biblical translators. There is special emphasis on the translation called The Revised Standard Version. Some later versions are also discussed.

VCB-512 BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE- (SH/A); 60 min.;. Guide; CBD, 2001.

Author and speaker Liz Curtis Higgs brings tens of the Bible's most infamous women to life. Learn about Jezebel, Lot's wife, Eve, the woman at the well, Rahab, Delilah, Sapphira, Michal, Potiphar's wife, and the woman who anointed Jesus's feet with her tears.

VCB-513 REALLY BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE- (SH/A); 60 min.; Guide; CBD, 2001.

Liz Curtis Higgs talks about eight more of the Bible's "bad belles." Hear about Athaliah, Herodias, Tamar, Jael, Bathsheba, the witch of Endor, the ashamed adulteress, and the desperate bleeding woman.

VCB-514 THE TABERNACLE- (JH/A); 28 min. No guide; Antioch Interactive; 2000.

The video presents an intriguing computer-generated, three-dimensional walk-through of the ancient tabernacle. The viewer will marvel at the stark contrast between the bronze-covered altar, with its implications of death, and the exquisite golden Lampstand, showing the way to life and forgiveness. The Table of Shewbread, the Altar of Incense, and the Ark of the Covenant are also shown.

VCB-515 JOURNEY THROUGH THE BIBLE LANDS- (Y/A); 45 min. No guide; Open Travel International, Inc., 1988.

See the Biblical sites from the peaks of Mt. Sinai where Moses received the Ten Commandments, to the rolling hills of Galilee where Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount and fed the multitude. Revisit the places where Jesus walked and come at last to Jerusalem, site of his trial, death, and Resurrection.

VCB-516 PRACTICAL WAYS TO INCREASE BIBLICAL LITERACY with Dr. Bruce Metzger- (A); 25 min.; Guide by Donald Griggs; Princeton Theological Seminary, 1992.

Dr. Bruce Metzger offers useful suggestions for ways pastors, Christian educators, couples, families, and individuals can grow in their own knowledge of the Bible, while facilitating growth in others. It includes a guide, "Ways to Increase Biblical Literacy in the Congregation" by Donald Griggs, noted Christian educator.

DVB-517   WALKING THE BIBLE: A JOURNEY BY LAND THROUGH THE FIVE BOOKS OF MOSES with Bruce Feiler - (A); DVD; 168 min. No guide; accompanying book-ABB-5; WGBH, Boston Video, 2005, Gift.

Both a heart-racing adventure and an uplifting quest, the DVD presents one man’s epic journey-by foot, jeep, rowboat, and camel-through the greatest stories ever told.  The stories of the Torah come alive as Bruce Feiler searches across three continents for the stories and heroes shared by Christians and Jews.  This inspiring odyssey will forever change your view of history’s most legendary events.

DVB-518  LIQUID SERIES - (Y/A); 5 6-10 min. sessions per DVD; Picture book guides; Thomas Nelson (EcuFilm); 2007.

        One of the biggest obstacles small-group ministries experience is the ability to create and keep momentum.  Liquid naturally creates and sustains momentum while at the same time gets people into the Bible by pointing to specific passages.  Each engaging and emotionally charged episode starts participants discussing God’s Word and applying that Word to their lives by presenting true-to-life stories of characters with real problems.

    .1    CROSSING - Crossing features five stand-alone stories from the Book of Joshua.  Each episode explores extraordinary things that can happen when we trust God and let God lead the way.

    .2    MIRROR IMAGE- The parables of Jesus come to life—in modern-day Orange County, California!  Following an ordinary American family facing extraordinary challenges, these five episodes parallel well-known parables (Prodigal Son, Four Soils, Bridesmaids, Good Samaritan, and Vineyard Workers) illustrating that God’s Word is just as relevant today as when it was written centuries ago.

DVB-519   LOST WORLDS:  JESUS’ JERUSALEM - (SH/A); 50 min.; No guide; A & E History Channel, 2006.

        This fascinating archaeological history of the city of Jerusalem up to and during the time of Jesus captivates the viewer.  Much of the DVD tells the amazing story of the building of Harod’s temples with archaeologists’ comments interspersed with pictures of Jesus in various locations.
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