So Dark the Con of Man
The Da Vinci Code is set to be released in theaters everywhere this coming Friday. I just wanted to put in my two cents and send out a useful resource for talking about the movie with others.There's been some talk in Christian circles of boycotting this movie because of its attack on the divinity of Christ. Personally, I think a boycott would be completely ineffective and will most likely backfire. Such public resistance usually gains media coverage, which in the end equals free advertising and more ticket buyers. Also, I think any movie that gets people talking and thinking about the truth surrounding the identity of Christ is worth seeing, if only to use as a starting point for a good conversation with unbelievers who see it.
I'm excited about the apologetic challenge this is going to pose to many Christians. Michael Brown (the author of the book, which I also suggest you read) is no dummy. He really did his homework and creates a very convincing argument. This story gives unbelievers a lot of ammunition to argue against Christ's divinity, and I personally think many Christians won't be prepared to put up a defense and have ammunition with which to fire back. (Please don't take this metaphor too far. Conduct apologetic conversations in love and never out of anger or frustration.) This could force us to "study to show ourselves approved."
I encourage you, whether or not you read the book or see the movie, study up on the claims it makes and prepare your response. When your coworker, classmate or friend says, "Have you seen the Da Vinci Code?" be ready to take the opportunity to reveal the true identity of Jesus.
The resource I'm currently using to prepare myself for such conversations is the podcast from Josh McDowell. I invite you to do the same.
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