Jesus the Game Changer (2 Dvds)

My church ran Jesus the Game Changer sessions as a 'Summer Series'. We did away with rows of chairs and sat around tables, watched a session, then had guided discussion over coffee afterwards. The DVD was a fantastic mix of academic discussion and personal testimony, keeping it both interesting and down-to-earth. Best of all, it got people thinking, and sharing their own experiences on the subject, as well as giving everyone the opportunity to decide what they actually believe about the subject matter. Great conversation starter, thought provoker group building. We got to hear from so many experts around the world, without having to search them out separately. Excellent.

This is the best dvd series for life groups that we have ever done. In ten sessions it shows how Jesus has made a huge difference in every area of our society and lives. Although Karl is Australian, he interviews people from all over the world. We loved the depth of insight that it bought to us. The series raised lots of good discussion in our group. The sessions were practical as in they didn't only give information but when complemented with the discussion guide really made us think as to how knowing the difference Jesus has made in each area can make a difference in our own lives and how we can reach others. This is a must for every group to do

Jesus the Game Changer is the latest video release from Olive Tree Media. In short, the DVD series is a winner. It features 10 episodes, each 28 minutes long, which explore the person of Jesus, and the impact his teaching and followers had on society. \\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\nJesus the Game Changer follows on from Olive Tree Media's previous release Towards Belief. Karl Faase returns as host and once again conducts interviews with prominent thinkers from around the world. Since the series is arranged thematically, it is his input and cheerful presence which bring the episodes together. \\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\nThe focus is on seeing how Jesus' teaching shaped modern Western society. To achieve this the series looks first at Jesus, and then how his teaching informs several broad subjects. The subject areas feature not only Jesus' teaching but also cases studies demonstrating how this has been enacted by followers of Jesus. \\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\nVisually the series is well put together. Some interviews are outdoors, others in offices and churches, while others are in seemingly abandoned buildings. I don't really understand the need for the last location but visually it works. \\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\nFaase's interviews are short but speak volumes into the subject they cover. They are informative and inspiring. Given the variety of sources, he creates a strong case for the positive influence of Christianity within society. As too the case studies. These help move the series from an academic exercise to…