The Story of the Messiah
From SPARK
One-sentence summary
This set of 6 CDs and a book for children, tells the story of Jesus, the Messiah.
Description
The Story of the Messiah - Jesus Christ of Nazareth is from the Bible. Maxus, an old man, tells the story to his eleven-year-old friend, Andrew. Maxus adds helpful information as he tells the story. It is easy to tell the difference between the Bible story and the added information.
Each writer of the first four books of the New Testament, wrote to a certain group of people.
- Matthew was written to the Jewish people.
- Mark was written for the Roman and Gentile believers.
- Luke was sent to Theophilus, an unknown person, but was written for the Gentiles.
- John told the life of Jesus and was writing to believers.
These writers did not give biographical or other information about the people. Without the that information, it might be difficult to understanding the story. However, the dialogue (talking) between Maxus and the boy gives the needed historical and cultural information. This helps make the story easy to understand.
The six CDs tell 28 events. Each one can be listened to in about 15 minutes. Different voices are used for the main speakers. Quiet music is played at the same time as people are speaking. This should not confuse the listeners.
The 28 chapters in the book are from the CD. The book includes artwork and maps that help explain the history and culture of the story. A study guide is included. The book is Biblically accurate.
The chapters in the book and the events on the CDs are:
- The Annuciation
- The Birth of Jesus Christ
- The Temptation of Jesus Christ
- Public Ministry of Jesus Christ
- The Kingdom of God
- The First Disciples
- Jesus - Lord of the Sabbath
- The Sermon on the Mount
- Healing, Questions & Parables
- Calming the Storm - Miracles
- Jesus Walks on the Sea - Feeds 4000
- The Transfiguration
- The Mission of the 70 Disciples
- The Good Samaritan - Lord's Prayer
- Trust in God
- The Good Shepherd
- Jesus and His Passion
- The Cost of Being a Disciple
- The Coming Kingdom of God
- Jesus and the Children
- Palm Sunday
- The Last Supper
- The Promise of the Holy Spirit
- The Prayer of Jesus and Betrayal
- The Trial of Jesus Christ
- The Crucifixion
- The Resurrection from the Dead
- He is Alive - Jesus Christ Lives
- Epilogue - Trusting in Jesus Christ
Considerations
- Children and adults can understand this story. The CDs can be used to tell the good news of Jesus to oral learners.
- This story is about the first four books of the New Testament.
- The dialogue between Maxmus and Andrew makes it possible for these four books to be understood by most people.
Limitations
- The music on the CDs may not be appropriate in every culture.
- The maps in the book are very small and are only of the area described in the chapter. They may need to be explained to children and adults who are not picture literate.
- Some pictures show only parts of people and scenes. These need to be explained to those who are not picture literate.
- The colors may have different meanings in some cultures. These will need to be changed or explained.
Guidelines for Use
- The book was written for children and adults.
- The CDs can be used for international Christian radio programs in different languages.
- The CDs or book could be used with the pictures and maps as flip charts.
- The CDs or book could be used in churches and for Bible study.
- The book is being written as a curriculum for schools and churches.
Where to Obtain
Link to Producer or Source Organization
Cost
- 6-CD set $39.95 plus tax and shipping (USD) as of July 2008
- Book $24.95 plus tax and shipping (USD) as of July 2008
Producer/Owners
Author/Artist/Producer
- Author: Max Rondoni
- Artist: Most art work was done by Milo Winter
- Others have allowed their photographs, maps, and other art work to be used.
Current copyright owner
Sine Ministries, 2006
Other Information
If you are interested in translating the CDs or book for a minority language group, contact Sine Ministries. They will help you work out a Creative Commons License agreement.
- Important note: Through donations and grants, Sine Ministries will fund the translation, production, and distribution of the CDs, free of charge.
Reviewed by
Vida, VMS
Date
July 15, 2008
