I have just had the pleasure of being involved in filming a fantastic set of programmes to air on GOD TV between December and February called “Apocalypse and the End times”. Essentially the programmes are a series of interviews with some of the leading teachers and proponents of Biblical Prophecy and the End times. These will be used as part of a season of programmes that will air on GOD TV exploring this whole subject.
Some of the ideas explored include who is the Anti Christ? Are we living in the last days? What is the Mark of the Beast? What is/who are the illuminati and the One World Government? Are Aliens real and who are they? I have to say some of the content was extremely “left field” for me and very out there – however it certainly makes for interesting TV that should get people talking - which is very much the aim!
Early on in the process we had to decide if we were going to editorialise – i.e. ONLY broadcast programmes and people that fitted with our “theological” standpoint. We had a long discussion around this and I am very glad to say in the end decided NOT to go down that route but instead to air a variety of views and perspectives – without significant giving weight to one over another.
The reasoning behind this was carefully thought through – basically we decided that we want to open up debate and get people thinking and exploring what the Bible says themselves – we should not spoon feed our theology to people that (we feel in this instance) is not our role – we should encourage people to deepen their exploration of the issues and get more “intimate” with God through a greater understanding of His Word and they won’t get that if we simply dish it up on a plate. The other issue is that there are many dissenting voices when it comes to this subject and many of the people who hold different views are people we admire and trust in other areas – so why not put it all out there and let the viewers decide.
I think because of this the programmes and all the content around this are MUCH stronger – they certainly have got me thinking and in some cases reassessing where I stand on some of these issues – they are VERY interesting, I would encourage you to watch them – they are also quite entertaining at times, and trust me when I say I will never look at Al Gore in quite the same way again – won’t say anymore, you’ll have to watch and find out.
We didn’t really answer any questions BUT that was not our aim – however we certainly explored some fascinating areas and I hope we achieve our aim of getting viewers thinking.
What do you think – as Christian Broadcasters should we editorialise? I’d love to hear from you and find out what you think – please post a comment and contribute to the debate – and if you know any aliens please tell us…………………………..
Some of the ideas explored include who is the Anti Christ? Are we living in the last days? What is the Mark of the Beast? What is/who are the illuminati and the One World Government? Are Aliens real and who are they? I have to say some of the content was extremely “left field” for me and very out there – however it certainly makes for interesting TV that should get people talking - which is very much the aim!
Early on in the process we had to decide if we were going to editorialise – i.e. ONLY broadcast programmes and people that fitted with our “theological” standpoint. We had a long discussion around this and I am very glad to say in the end decided NOT to go down that route but instead to air a variety of views and perspectives – without significant giving weight to one over another.
The reasoning behind this was carefully thought through – basically we decided that we want to open up debate and get people thinking and exploring what the Bible says themselves – we should not spoon feed our theology to people that (we feel in this instance) is not our role – we should encourage people to deepen their exploration of the issues and get more “intimate” with God through a greater understanding of His Word and they won’t get that if we simply dish it up on a plate. The other issue is that there are many dissenting voices when it comes to this subject and many of the people who hold different views are people we admire and trust in other areas – so why not put it all out there and let the viewers decide.
I think because of this the programmes and all the content around this are MUCH stronger – they certainly have got me thinking and in some cases reassessing where I stand on some of these issues – they are VERY interesting, I would encourage you to watch them – they are also quite entertaining at times, and trust me when I say I will never look at Al Gore in quite the same way again – won’t say anymore, you’ll have to watch and find out.
We didn’t really answer any questions BUT that was not our aim – however we certainly explored some fascinating areas and I hope we achieve our aim of getting viewers thinking.
What do you think – as Christian Broadcasters should we editorialise? I’d love to hear from you and find out what you think – please post a comment and contribute to the debate – and if you know any aliens please tell us…………………………..
1 comment:
I think it's a good thing not to editorialise, and for exactly the reasons you say. The big problem with editorialising Christian things is that you're setting yourself up to be 'right'. The further away from the basics you go, the more difficult it is to back that up. With end times ideas in particular, the details have yet to play out. So no-one can really claim to have the definitive answers. And knowing the specifics now is not as helpful as knowing how to behave should we find ourselves in those situations.
I always liked how Jesus deflected the question of when would the end times come by telling followers to always be ready instead. I saw a 'Jesus is coming - look busy' T shirt that made me laugh and understand why He would want to play it this way! He knows us too well ...
For when you do feel you have something to say, there's more integrity in making an opinion piece; and making it clear that these are the views you hold, and why you hold them. This leaves people free to be persuaded - or to hold a different view - but not be 'guilt tripped' into buying into what could just be one person's opinion. I like that safeguard.
My £0.02 ...
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