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The Living Bible

The Living Bible

★ 7.0/10•1952•15m•B•Drama•Family
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Witness the story of Jesus, beginning with his birth in Bethlehem, to his crucifixion, death, and triumphant resurrection. Filmed mostly on location in the Holy Land.

Betty Luerssen · Screenplay

Eddie Dew · Director

StatusEnded
Runtime15m
LanguageEN
First Air DateJan 1, 1952

Episodes

Episode 1 - Abraham, Man of FaithE116m

Abraham, Man of Faith

Trusting in God's word, Abraham leaves his home and settles in a new land. After Isaac is born, God tests Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice Isaac.

Jan 1, 1952

Episode 2 - Jacob, Bearer of the PromiseE217m

Jacob, Bearer of the Promise

By deceiving his father, Jacob receives the blessing of the first born. While escaping his brother, Esau's wrath, Jacob's dream assures him of God's love and protection.

Jan 8, 1952

Episode 3 - Joseph, the Young ManE315m

Joseph, the Young Man

After his brothers sell him into slavery, Joseph is imprisoned in Egypt. With God's help he explains Pharaoh's dream and is appointed governor of Egypt.

Jan 15, 1952

Episode 4 - Joseph, Ruler of EgyptE418m

Joseph, Ruler of Egypt

Joseph, who saves Egypt from famine, tests his brothers when they ask for grain. He reveals himself, sends for his family, and is reunited with his father, Jacob.

Jan 22, 1952

Episode 5 - Moses, Called by GodE517m

Moses, Called by God

Episodes of Moses' life, from his narrow escape from death as a child to the crossing of the Red Sea. Other events depicted include God calling Moses, the plagues and Passover, and the flight from Egypt.

Jan 29, 1952

Episode 6 - Moses, Leader of God's PeopleE617m

Moses, Leader of God's People

An account of Moses leading the Israelites through the difficult journey to Canaan, The Ten Commandments, water from a rock, the golden calf, the building of the tabernacle, and the 40 years in the wilderness.

Feb 5, 1952

Episode 7 - Joshua, the ConquerorE716m

Joshua, the Conqueror

When Joshua sends spies to Jericho, Rahab aids in their escape. The city is conquered and destroyed. Joshua cautions his people that the Promised Land will be lost if they abandon the Lord.

Feb 12, 1952

Episode 8 - Gideon, the LiberatorE815m

Gideon, the Liberator

With an army limited by God to 300, Gideon drives the invading Midianites from Israel. Gideon reminds the people have been saved by God and that they should serve him faithfully.

Feb 19, 1952

Episode 9 - Ruth, a Faithful WomanE915m

Ruth, a Faithful Woman

Ruth's faith in God and love for others, even in heathen Moab, provides a tender, beautiful account of the meaning of life.

Feb 26, 1952

Episode 10 - Samuel, a Dedicated ManE1019m

Samuel, a Dedicated Man

Samuel's boyhood in the tabernacle, his leadership of God's people, his life as a teacher of God's Word and his anointing of Saul, the first King of Israel.

Mar 4, 1952

Episode 11 - David, a Young HeroE1116m

David, a Young Hero

David's youth highlighted by his anointing by Samuel, his battle with Goliath, his friendship with Jonathan, and the vengeful attempt on his life by Saul.

Mar 11, 1952

Episode 12 - David, King of IsrealE1216m

David, King of Isreal

Devotion to his king and people, faith in God, a love of God's house, and a desire to honor God - all characterize David in the story of his rise to the throne of Israel.

Mar 18, 1952

Episode 13 - Solomon, a Man of WisdomE1316m

Solomon, a Man of Wisdom

Solomon asked God for Wisdom above all else. His great wealth and fame as a just and wise ruler brought many visitors, including the Queen of Sheba.

Mar 25, 1952

Episode 14 - Elijah, a Fearless ProphetE1417m

Elijah, a Fearless Prophet

Elijah's encounter with Ahab and Jezebel, defeat of the priests of Baal, miracles in God's name, and exile in the wilderness depict his life of faithful devotion to God.

Apr 1, 1952

Episode 15 - Endued With PowerE1518m

Endued With Power

(Acts 1:5) Christ's promise of the Holy Spirit becomes a reality on Pentecost and empowers the disciples to preach salvation and win converts.

Apr 8, 1952

Episode 16 - A Faithful WitnessE1614m

A Faithful Witness

(Acts 4:1-8:40) Events from the early Christian movement highlighted by the selection and ordination of Stephen, Philip, and five other laymen.

Apr 15, 1952

Episode 17 - Light From HeavenE1714m

Light From Heaven

(Acts 7:58 ; 8:3; 9:1 ; 30; 26:1 ; 32; 1 Timothy 1 :15 ; 17) Saul leads a relentless campaign to wipe out Jesus' followers. On the road to Damascus, a vision transforms him into a powerful leader of the early church.

Apr 22, 1952

Episode 18 - Every Christian a MissionaryE1816m

Every Christian a Missionary

(Acts 8:13) Leaving Jerusalem, each apostle goes as a missionary and witness. The chief persecutor of Christians, Saul of Tarsus, now is 'a chosen vessel' of the Lord.

Apr 29, 1952

Episode 19 - What Must I Do to Be Saved?E1918m

What Must I Do to Be Saved?

(Acts 15:4 ; 16:34; Ephesians 2:8 ; 9) The early events of Paul's second missionary journey – being sent to Macedonia, preaching in Philippi, healing the slave girl, and leading the Philippian jailer to faith.

May 6, 1952

Episode 20 - Witness Before a KingE2017m

Witness Before a King

(Acts 21:35 ; 26:32) Paul's arrest at Jerusalem by the chief priests does not stop him from preaching Jesus Christ. He witnesses before Felix, then Festus, and finally, King Agrippa.

May 13, 1952

Episode 21 - No Respecter or PersonsE2117m

No Respecter or Persons

(Acts 10:1 ; 11:18; Romans 10:12 ; 13) The conversion of Cornelius and his household demonstrates the broadening scope of the Gospel as it is preached and lived by Christ's early followers.

May 20, 1952

Episode 22 - God's Care of His OwnE2215m

God's Care of His Own

(Acts 11:19; 12:24; Romans 8:35; 37; 39) Despite persecution, Christianity spreads. James, brother of John, is martyred by Herod. Peter, imprisoned and awaiting the same fate, is miraculously released.

May 27, 1952

Episode 23 - Salvation and Christian FellowshipE2316m

Salvation and Christian Fellowship

(Acts 15:1-35) God's plan for salvation, by grace through faith, is preached by Paul and Barnabas before the church leaders in Jerusalem. The Christian brotherhood is proclaimed.

Jun 3, 1952

Episode 24 - TriumphantE2417m

Triumphant

(Acts 28:16-31; Ephesians 6:10-17; Colossians 3, Philippians 3:8-11; 4:8; 9; 2 Timothy 1:9-12; 4:1-8) The joyful, hopeful tone of Paul's letters from prison shows that the goodness of God in his life overshadows the evil. His second letter to Tim

Jun 10, 1952

Episode 25 - The Birth and Childhood of JesusE2529m

The Birth and Childhood of Jesus

In this excellent dramatization an angel tells Mary she is to become the mother of a Savior. Joseph and Mary travel to Bethlehem where the baby Jesus is born in a stable. Other scenes include the presentation of Jesus at the temple, the visit from the Wis

Apr 1, 1952

Episode 26 - A Voice in the WildernessE2627m

A Voice in the Wilderness

In the wilderness near the Jordan River, John the Baptist preaches, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!' Scenes include - the birth of John to Zacharias and Elizabeth; Jesus' baptism by John' John's imprisonment by Herod' Salome asking for the h

May 6, 1952

Episode 27 - Jesus Calls His DisciplesE2726m

Jesus Calls His Disciples

Jesus invites John and Andrew to follow him. Simon also joins them and Jesus names him 'Peter, the rock.' Phillip and Nathaniel become disciples and on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, Jesus challenges four fishermen to become 'fishers of men.' At Caperna

May 13, 1952

Episode 28 - Jesus Begins His MinistryE2829m

Jesus Begins His Ministry

Jesus heals a man with an unclean spirit at the Capernaum synagogue. Later, Jesus cures Peter's mother-in-law, and soon crowds of sick and needy people travel to see the Master. Jesus returns to Nazareth and tells the people that the prophecy of Isaiah is

May 20, 1952

Episode 29 - Jesus Heals the SickE2928m

Jesus Heals the Sick

This film focuses on some of the more dramatic examples of Jesus' healing ministry. Scenes include - Jesus healing the man born blind at the Jerusalem temple' healing the crippled man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath; and bringing healing and wholene

May 27, 1952

Episode 30 - Jesus, the TeacherE3027m

Jesus, the Teacher

Jesus' ministry is explored, beginning with His teachings about forgiveness as He offers forgiveness to the woman who lived a sinful life and who washed His feet. Jesus challenges Peter to forgive 'seventy times seven.' Jesus' unorthodox teachings about t

Jun 3, 1952

Episode 31 - Jesus, the MessiahE3128m

Jesus, the Messiah

Scriptural accounts of how Jesus was revealed as God's Son, the Promised Savior, are dramatized. Peter makes his famous statement of faith, 'You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God.' Other scenes include the transfiguration, Jesus' confrontation wit

Jun 10, 1952

Episode 32 - Jesus Goes to JerusalemE3229m

Jesus Goes to Jerusalem

Jesus turns toward Jerusalem for the last time. At Jericho Jesus gives sight to Bartimaeus and visits the home of Zacchaeus. Other scenes include - Jesus entering Jerusalem' Jesus and His disciples on the Mount of Olives' Jesus dining with His disciples' a

Jun 17, 1952

Episode 33 - An Upper Room and a GardenE3329m

An Upper Room and a Garden

Jesus and his disciples eat the Passover meal in the upper room. Here Jesus predicts that one of the Twelve will betray Him. Following the Passover meal, Jesus leads His disciples to the Garden of Gethsemane, where He struggles in prayer. Judas leads the

Jun 24, 1952

Episode 34 - Jesus' TrialE3427m

Jesus' Trial

Jesus is first taken to Annas and his fellow priests, then to Caiaphas, the high priest. Finally Jesus is taken to Pilate, who cannot find any fault with Jesus. Herod returns Jesus to Pilate when he hears that Jesus is said to be 'king of the Jews,' a tre

Jul 1, 1952

Episode 35 - Crucifixion of the ChristE3529m

Crucifixion of the Christ

Jesus and two thieves carry their crosses through the streets of Jerusalem to Golgotha. Simon of Cyrene is ordered to help carry Jesus' cross. At Golgotha, Jesus is crucified. The sky darkens and the earth shakes as Jesus cries out one last time and yield

Jul 8, 1952

Episode 36 - The Risen LordE3629m

The Risen Lord

The third day after His death, Jesus rises from the tomb. The risen Lord appears to Mary Magdalene, to the two followers on the road to Emmaus, and to the gathered disciples. Forty days after His resurrection, the Lord joins His disciples on the Mount of

Jul 15, 1952

Actors

Eddie Dew

Eddie Dew

Narrator

Nelson Leigh

Nelson Leigh

Jesus

Tyler MacDuff

James

Paul McGuire

Phillip

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