CBN Films' 'Oracles of God: The New Testament' Documentary Explores Faith and History

Political Developments in Israel

• 🇮🇱 Israeli police escorted Vice President J.D. Vance and his wife to the Old City, with Prime Minister Netanyahu expressing appreciation for Vance's clarity and friendship.
• ⚠️ A key point of contention is Turkey's potential involvement in a Gaza peacekeeping force, which Netanyahu opposes due to Erdogan's support for the Muslim Brotherhood.
• 🤝 US-Israel analyst Ellie Pep suggests that Turkey and Qatar value their relations with the US over Hamas, which could influence their actions in Gaza.
• 🏛️ Israel's parliament advanced a bill to extend Israeli sovereignty over communities in Judea and Samaria (West Bank), a move that US officials, including Senator Rubio, believe could endanger the peace process.
• 🕊️ Senator Rubio noted progress on a multi-step peace plan following President Trump's visit, which led to the release of hostages, though Hamas is accused of violating the deal.

'Oracles of God: The New Testament' Documentary

• 🎬 CBN Films' new documentary, "Oracles of God: The New Testament," aims to present evidence for the trustworthiness of the New Testament and its accounts of Jesus's life and the early church.
• ✍️ Writer/Director Aaron Zimmerman highlights the film's focus on the church fathers, who were one or two generations removed from the apostles, providing firsthand accounts of how the Gospels were written.
• 🎭 The production faced significant challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the October 7th Hamas attack, with many cast and crew members being part of the IDF reserves.
• ✝️ Despite wartime disruptions, including missile attacks during filming in the Galilee, the team persevered, finding joy and unity in the project.

Growing Hunger for the Bible

• 📈 Bible sales have seen a significant increase, particularly among millennials and Gen Z in the US and UK, indicating a resurgence in Bible reading and church attendance.
• 💡 The film's release is seen as timely, addressing a growing spiritual hunger and a desire for hope amidst global conflict and anxiety, potentially fueled by the pandemic.
• 📖 Zimmerman emphasizes that the film explores the origins and authenticity of the Bible, presenting it as Jesus's final gift and a crucial source of guidance.
• 📍 Filming in authentic locations in Israel, such as the Sea of Galilee and Mount of Beatitudes, adds a special and authentic look to the documentary.

Viewing Information

• 🎟️ "Oracles of God: The New Testament" will be shown in US theaters nationwide on November 2nd, 3rd, and 5th.
• 🌐 Tickets and theater information can be found on fathom entertainment.com.