Episode 293: Jesus in Hollywood (feat. Dallas Jenkins)
Nov 18, 2024
auto_awesome
Dallas Jenkins, the creator behind "The Chosen" and "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," shares his journey through creativity and faith. He reveals how to thrive amid cynicism while glorifying God through his work. Jenkins discusses overcoming failures and the profound impact of storytelling on viewers' faith. Personal anecdotes illustrate the challenges faced in bringing beloved stories to life, as well as the power of narratives in nurturing a relationship with Jesus. Tune in for an inspiring look at faith in Hollywood.
Dallas Jenkins emphasizes the importance of creating art that glorifies God, despite facing criticism and setbacks in one’s creative journey.
The podcast highlights the significance of authentic relationships, advocating for open discussions to build trust and deeper connections among friends.
Deep dives
The Need for Connection
The hosts express their desire for community and friendship, with one sharing a personal longing for deeper connections due to a lack of social relationships in their upbringing. They humorously discuss attempts to engage their audience on social media, demonstrating a blend of vulnerability and humor in their approach to forming connections. The mention of an upcoming event emphasizes the importance of in-person gatherings, as they hope to foster relationships among attendees. The hosts highlight a unique matchmaking element at the live recording event, encouraging listeners to mingle and form potential new friendships.
The Importance of Transparency
The conversation emphasizes the value of candidness in building relationships and trust among friends. One host reflects on how honest discussions—about everything, including personal appearance and mistakes—can enhance the depth of friendships. This highlights a cultural shift where many people seek authentic connections, preferring transparency over superficiality in their interactions. The hosts advocate for saying what is on one’s mind as a way to connect more deeply and establish trust.
The Impact of 'The Chosen'
'The Chosen', a popular series, is discussed as a significant influence on people's engagement with Scripture. Participants share their personal experiences, noting how the show has reignited their interest in the Bible and helped them understand the historical and personal elements of biblical narratives. The conversation includes reflections on how the series portrays the humanity of Jesus and his followers, reminding viewers that these were real people with genuine emotions and relationships. Overall, there's an acknowledgment of the show's ability to touch hearts and encourage viewers to dive deeper into their faith.
Responding to Criticism
The host discusses the varied reactions audiences have towards 'The Chosen,' noting that while the series has garnered a devoted following, it also faces criticism from some within the Christian community. The creator shares insights into his journey of overcoming a previous film flop by focusing on faith and surrendering the outcome to God. He emphasizes the idea that both praise and criticism can coexist and urges the importance of remaining true to one's vision and mission. This perspective highlights resilience in the face of adversity and the necessity of prioritizing spiritual fulfillment over public approval.
This week we speak with Dallas Jenkins, the creator of “The Chosen” and the new movie “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”. Dallas speaks about how to create in the midst of cynics, how to glorify God with your creativity, and how to recover from failure. You don’t want to miss this one!
Get the Snipd podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share & Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode